The time change every six months has many effects on sleep, and it can take the body several weeks to recover, says Joseph de Koninck, professor emeritus at the University of Ottawa’s School of Psychology.
In an interview with QUB Radio, Mr. De Koninck noted. This internal clock, also known as the “biological clock,” regulates basic physiological functions such as hunger or fatigue. Sleep is a common feature in disorders related to physical and mental health.
“If you don’t sleep or sleep badly, nothing works,” he explained into Richard Martino’s microphone.
With the fall time change, the system returns to standard time.
“It was the time when humanity evolved in harmony with the sun. It is this light that regulates our internal clock.
Many experts have been debating for years the abolition of daylight saving time in Quebec. Daylight saving time is spring.
Joseph de Koenig is in favor of abolishing daylight saving time.
He also explains that observing daylight saving time throughout the year will reduce the duration of sunlight from 16 hours to 8 hours.
“People who advocate daylight saving time don’t know what it means. Back in time, it is now light when we wake up. Not all places that have tried daylight saving time like the US have kept it,” he added.
Listen to his interview with Richard Martino QUB-Radio :
The expert also notes that the Canadian Sleep Society and researchers are recommending a return to natural time, so consistent time throughout the year.
“The time change in spring causes more accidents, heart problems, because we lack sleep.”
Sometimes it takes days and even weeks for our body to adapt to a seasonal change.
According to the expert, “we have to be patient with our bodies” during the transition period.
