EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Love it or hate it, Daylight Saving Time is here! Judging by the responses of El Pasoans we spoke with, the jury’s still out on whether it’s a good idea to set the clocks back an hour. Regardless of your stance on the subject, chances are you’re feeling the effects.
“People seem to feel the drastic changes of “spring forward” a lot more than when we fall back in autumn,” says counselor Miriam Ross. “It really can affect your circadian rhythm, and leave you feeling groggy in the morning, restless at night and less focused during the day.”
Our circadian rhythm is closely regulated by exposure to light and darkness, and the brain doesn’t quickly adjust. That can cause melatonin to be released on the old schedule. Children and those who are already sleep deprived could feel it even more…