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Effect of Sleep Hygiene on Reducing Symptoms of Insomnia and Anxiety in Shift Workers A Conceptual Research Paper

Author(s) Ms. N. Sujitha, Mr. Ramakrishnan
Country India
Abstract The modern global economy operates on a 24-hour cycle, necessitating shift work across various critical sectors including healthcare, transportation, and emergency services. While economically vital, this deviation from the standard diurnal rhythm imposes severe physiological and psychological costs on the workforce. This conceptual research paper, titled “Effect of Sleep Hygiene on Reducing Symptoms of Insomnia and Anxiety in Shift Workers,” explores the potential of sleep hygiene as a primary, non-pharmacological intervention for mitigating Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD) and associated generalized anxiety.
Drawing upon a systematic review of secondary data from clinical trials, theoretical papers, and meta-analyses published between 2010 and 2025, this study investigates the bidirectional relationship between circadian misalignment and psychological distress. The research utilizes a framework centered on three key psychometric instruments: the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), and the Sleep Hygiene Index (SHI).
The findings indicate that strict adherence to tailored sleep hygiene protocols—specifically environment modification and behavioral conditioning—significantly correlates with reduced ISI scores. Furthermore, the data suggests a psychosomatic pathway where improved sleep quality lowers physiological hyperarousal, thereby reducing GAD-7 scores. The study concludes that while shift work presents an inherent biological conflict, sleep hygiene education empowers workers to regain control over their rest, serving as a critical buffer against long-term mental health deterioration.
Keywords Shift Work, Sleep Hygiene, Insomnia, Anxiety, Circadian Rhythm, Occupational Health, GAD-7, ISI.
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2025.v06i06.2457
Short DOI https://doi.org/hbdwd9
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