You’re tired, moody, and can’t seem to get enough rest, even though you didn’t travel anywhere. So what’s causing your sleep to spiral out of control? The answer may lie in a hidden condition called social jet lag, which can be just as disruptive as flying across multiple time zones.
Let’s break down the difference between jet lag and social jet lag, and why they matter more than you think, especially for your mental health, energy, and productivity.
What Is Jet Lag?
Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder that occurs when your internal body clock (circadian rhythm) is thrown off by traveling across different time zones.
Common Symptoms:
- Daytime fatigue
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Mood swings or irritability
- Poor concentration and alertness
- Digestive issues
Jet lag generally resolves in a few days, but frequent travel can lead to chronic circadian rhythm disturbances.
What Is Social Jet Lag?
Unlike traditional jet lag, social jet lag doesn’t require a plane ticket. It’s the result of a misalignment between your biological clock and your social obligations (like late nights on weekends and early workdays).
Example:
- Weekdays: Sleep from 11 PM to 7 AM
- Weekends: Sleep from 2 AM to 10 AM
This shift tricks your body into thinking it’s in a different time zone.
Side Effects of Social Jet Lag:
- Poor sleep quality
- Increased fatigue and brain fog
- Risk of depression and anxiety
- Weight gain and insulin resistance
- Long-term risk of cardiovascular disease
Why Do Sleep Timing Matters?
Whether it’s jet lag or social jet lag, both disrupt your circadian rhythm, the body’s internal 24-hour clock that controls sleep, hormone production, digestion, and mood.
Your body doesn’t just need enough sleep; it needs sleep at the right time to function properly. And if your schedule constantly shifts, you’re at risk for long-term sleep problems and health issues.
How RemeSleep Sleep Solution Can Help?
At RemeSleep, we understand that sleep problems aren’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why our solutions are personalized, data-backed, and drug-free, designed to restore natural sleep, not mask the symptoms.
Our Approach:
- In-depth Sleep Assessments (home and lab options)
- CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) – Gold-standard treatment
- Lifestyle Coaching to realign your circadian rhythm
- Digital Sleep Monitoring for real-time improvements
- Minimal or No Medication approach
- Support for both short-term disruptions (jet lag) and long-term patterns (social jet lag, insomnia)
RemeSleep offers advanced, personalized sleep solutions, including CPAP therapy for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. Our CPAP devices are modern, compact, and designed for maximum comfort, helping maintain steady airflow during sleep to prevent snoring and breathing interruptions. Beyond CPAP, RemeSleep provides a holistic care model with sleep specialist consultations, digital sleep tracking, behavioral therapy (CBT-I), and lifestyle guidance, ensuring you get not just better sleep but long-term wellness. Trust RemeSleep for clinically proven, drug-free, and patient-centric sleep care.
Why Choose RemeSleep?
- India’s leading sleep-specialty brand
- Team of certified sleep specialists, psychologists, and doctors
- Technology-driven sleep diagnostics
- Proven success in treating chronic insomnia, snoring, sleep apnea, and circadian rhythm disorders
- Tailored sleep plans – no generic advice
- Trusted by thousands for effective, safe, and long-term sleep improvement
At RemeSleep, we help you understand the root cause of your sleep disruption and treat it from the inside out.
