Journal of Sleep Disorders & Therapy
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Paris Cité University, Cochin Institute, Paris, France

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• Research Article   
  Enhancing First-Night Sleep Quality in Hotels: A Preliminary Study Utilizing Withings to Measure Sleep Patterns at Home and in Hotel Settings
  Author(s): Antonin Saldmann, Frederic Saldmann and Mansour Alkobtawi*
  
  p>Sleep is a critical physiological process important for overall well-being, influencing physical and mental health. Sleep disorders have become increasingly prevalent, impacting a significant portion of the population. The First Night Effect (FNE) often disrupts sleep patterns in a novel environment, affecting sleep architecture. This study aimed to prevent FNE by implementing sleep enhancement interventions and assessing their impact on sleep quality using the Withings Sleep Analyzer (WSA). The study involved 49 healthy participants, comparing sleep at home to sleep in a hotel. Various sleep enhancement measures were implemented in the hotel setting, including temperature regulation, relaxation practices, dietary adjustments, and auditory cues. The WSA quantified sleep quality based on factors like duration, depth, regularity, and interruptions. Results showed sig.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2167-0277.24.13.504

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