Summary
This paper investigates the effects of bright light exposure during night work on cognitive flexibility, working memory, and task switching, finding that bright light may improve performance and cognitive flexibility during night work.
Categories
Shift work: The paper investigates the effects of bright light exposure during night work, finding that it may improve cognitive flexibility and performance.
Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the impact of night work on sleep deprivation and its effects on cognitive performance.
Alertness and performance: The paper explores how bright light exposure during night work can improve alertness and cognitive performance.
Cognitive function and memory: The paper investigates the effects of bright light exposure on cognitive flexibility and working memory during night work.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the use of bright light exposure as a potential intervention to improve cognitive performance during night work.
Author(s)
E Sunde, J Mrdalj, TT Pedersen, B Bjorvatn
Publication Year
2022
Number of Citations
1
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