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Time Change This Sunday Affects Millions, Most Struggle with Fatigue and Sleep

This Sunday's time change will leave many feeling tired and restless. But is the annual ritual still necessary?

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Time Change: Women Complain About Health Issues More Often - Time Change This Sunday Affects Millions, Most Struggle with Fatigue and Sleep

This Sunday, as clocks are set back an hour, many will feel the impact of the time change. The shift affects people differently, with age and gender playing a role. A significant number report health and psychological issues, with fatigue and sleep disturbances being the most common complaints.

The time change can lead to various problems. Four in ten affected individuals struggle with concentration, while nearly one in five has been late for work due to the adjustment. Fatigue is the most prevalent issue, with 75 percent of people experiencing it. Sleep disturbances, affecting 65 percent, and irritability, felt by one-third, are also common.

The impact varies by age. Around 30 percent of 18- to 29-year-olds report health or psychological issues, with this number rising to 34 percent among those aged 45 to 59. The perceived strain also varies by gender, though specific details were not provided.

The time change is not without controversy. Three-quarters of respondents consider it unnecessary, suggesting a growing sentiment against the practice.

As the clocks change this Sunday, many will feel the effects, with fatigue and sleep disturbances being the most common. The impact varies by age and gender, with a significant number reporting health and psychological issues. Despite this, three-quarters of respondents consider the time change unnecessary, raising questions about its continued practice.

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