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Lounging in bed all day might seem lazy \u2014 but some Gen Z trend followers are now embracing it as a form of self-care<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

“Bed rotting” \u2014 the practice of spending long periods of time snuggled under the covers with snacks, screens and other creature comforts \u2014 is gaining popularity on social media.<\/p>\n

The unofficial definition, per Urban Dictionary, is “the Gen Z term for staying in bed for days on end, binging on Netflix, Tik Tok and Hinge.”<\/p>\n

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Are these extended siestas really wise for one\u2019s mental health \u2014 or could they be a cause for concern?\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fox News Digital reached out for a professional\u2019s take on this leisurely trend.<\/p>\n

Dr. Ryan Sultan, a board certified psychiatrist, research professor at Columbia University in New York and medical director of Integrative Psych NYC<\/u><\/a>, who treats many young patients, called the bed rotting trend “fascinating.”<\/p>\n

“In our current culture, with too much to do, too many expectations and too much productivity, many individuals are feeling burned out and often aren\u2019t getting enough sleep,” Sultan told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n

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“It\u2019s easy to see why taking time off to lie around \u2014 literally \u2014 is appealing,” he went on.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“In many ways, this is beneficial. It\u2019s a chance to clear your mind, recharge and regroup before returning to life in a better frame of mind.”<\/p>\n

On the flip side, however, he said a long-term need or desire for “bed rotting” could be a warning sign. <\/p>\n

“If it becomes a habit, it is likely a sign of depression<\/u><\/a>,” Sultan said. “People should be mindful if bed rotting become a pattern of behavior.”<\/p>\n

Spending too many daytime hours in bed \u2014 awake or not \u2014 could also wreak havoc on sleep schedules, the doctor cautioned.<\/p>\n

“Our brains are fine-tuned for sleep in darkness and alertness in light,” he explained. “Lying in bed half-asleep during the day will worsen sleep regulation<\/u><\/a> \u2014 and once it\u2019s dysregulated, it\u2019s a challenge to fix.”<\/p>\n

One young person claimed on Reddit that the “bed rotting” phenomenon is actually a mask for depression and loneliness.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019m Gen Z myself and I find myself rotting in my bed \u2026 a lack of friends and social community has been skyrocketing the trend of bed rotting,” the person wrote.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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“And it is a real sad shame that I see people calling Gen Z lazy when we are simply misunderstood.”<\/p>\n

Another poster who indulges in the practice claimed that bed rotting actually serves to worsen fatigue.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

“I\u2019ve been feeling like I\u2019m bed rotting, too. Just don\u2019t care about anything. Have a lot to do, college coming up, errands to run, medical things to take care of \u2014 just don\u2019t care,” the poster wrote.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“I try not to bed rot, though, cause the more you lay or sit on your bed it convinces your mind that you\u2019re tired, so you just get more fatigued.”<\/p>\n

As with any activity, moderation is key when it comes to holing up in bed, Sultan said.\u00a0<\/p>\n

While the occasional lazy day can be beneficial, too much lounging could have the opposite effect.<\/p>\n

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“My best tip is to not get into the cycle to start with, unless you are sick or have an ailment,” Sultan said.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“If it becomes a habit, that’s a fairly sensitive test for depression.”<\/p>\n

Those who lack the motivation to get out of bed should try calling or texting a friend or family member for support, identifying a small errand or task to complete, or reaching out to a medical professional<\/u><\/a> for help, according to Mental Health America\u2019s website.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Source – https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/health\/bed-rotting-self-care-mental-health-expert-warnings-social-media-trend <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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