Quality sleep key to protecting brain health amid rising screen time, say neurologists

Neurologists warn that increasing screen time, chronic stress, and irregular sleep patterns are severely impacting brain health, leading to cognitive decline and a higher risk of neurological disorders like stroke and dementia. On World Brain Day (July 22), experts emphasized that quality sleep is crucial for brain repair, memory consolidation, and metabolic waste clearance. Excessive screen exposure disrupts the circadian rhythm by suppressing melatonin, while chronic stress elevates cortisol, both negatively affecting brain function. Recommendations include 7-8 hours of quality sleep, reduced screen time before bed, physical activity, a balanced diet, and stress management techniques.