A 10-second blinking technique known as the 'reverse blink trick' is gaining attention on social media as a potential aid for falling asleep quickly. The method involves opening your eyes every 10 seconds, which tricks the brain into thinking you are trying to stay awake, thereby encouraging it to give up and fall asleep.
The technique has been backed by neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, an associate professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine. Social media users have reported success, with one person stating they 'almost took a quick nap' after trying it at their desk.
The NHS recommends that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep per night, while children need nine to 13 hours, and toddlers and babies require 12 to 17 hours. Chronic poor sleep has been linked to an increased risk of dementia, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
For those struggling with sleep, maintaining a calm, quiet, and dark bedroom environment can also help promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.
