| Title: | Identifying Risk and Protective Factors for Shift Work Sleep Disorder: Insights from UK Biobank Night Shift Workers |
| Journal: | Clocks & Sleep |
| Published: | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Pubmed: | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40136851/ |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.3390/clockssleep7010014 |
Publication 15612
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Abstract
Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD) is a significant and highly prevalent condition affecting up to 48% of individuals with irregular work schedules. The diagnostic criteria for SWSD include persistent insomnia or sleepiness in relation to shift work, not attributable to other disorders or external factors. To explore risk factors of SWSD, we conducted a cross-sectional analysis among 10,787 night shift workers in the UK Biobank. To determine correlates of SWSD using multivariable-adjusted logistic regression models, a preselection of potential risk factors was made on the basis of previous literature. Self-identifying as 'Asian or Asian British' or 'Black or Black British' (compared to being 'White'), male sex, and high scores on sociability, warmth and diligence were associated with lower odds for SWSD. We did not find significant associations of chronotype, frequency of alcohol intake, smoking, and time employed in current job with SWSD. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions and workplace policies to mitigate the adverse effects of SWSD. Future research should aim to explore the mechanisms behind these associations and develop strategies to enhance shift work tolerance among night shift workers.</p>
5 Authors
- Jürgen Degenfellner
- Susanne Strohmaier
- Magdalena Zebrowska
- Ingvild Saksvik-Lehouillier
- Eva Schernhammer
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