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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Nicole Vassell

Looking at phone screen before bed is not as harmful to sleep as believed, study says

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Late-night TikTok watchers can breathe a sigh of relief, as a new study has claimed that the light emitted from smartphones does not have a significant effect on sleep quality.

It has long been advised that those hoping to get a quality night of sleep should avoid using devices such as phones and tablets, and watching TV before bed because of the blue light they produce.

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