Whether you’re studying or trying to relax, it’s likely you’ve come across white noise at some point. With many claiming it has relaxing and soothing properties, what exactly is white noise and how can you use it to optimize your rest?
White noise refers to a sound containing all frequencies across the sound spectrum at an equal measure. TV static is a commonly cited example for what white noise can sound like. In research of the effects of white noise on people, researchers have found that it improves work performance and reduces infant crying. When it comes to sleep, research is still fairly new but so far scientists have found that adults fall asleep 38% faster when listening to white noise.
Generally speaking, loud disruptive noises can interrupt sleep. Sounds such as cars and planes can do this quite often, in fact a survey conducted in New York City found that 64% of people reported that at least once a week their sleep was disturbed by noise. White noise can help eliminate that issue by “drowning” other noises with its equal measure across the sound spectrum.
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