As a 20-year-old college student myself, I can attest to this.
And sometimes, we just need a break.
But, is actually bed-rotting healthy?
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What is bed-rotting?
Bed rotting emerged in the last couple of months on TikTok as a new key in ofself-caretrend.
However, while TikTok has popularized the trend, it has also critiqued it.
Critics of bed-rotting say it encourages low moods, or that it is simply lazy.
Others say lying in bed for long periods of time will disrupt your sleep cycle.
What do the experts think?
She says no activities, other than sleeping and sex, should be done in bed.
This helps you sleep more easily when its time for bed, she says.
This is another way bed-rotting could possibly negatively impact your sleep.
When does bed-rotting become concerning?
These behaviors can indicate that a person is suffering fromdepressionor another mental or physical health issue, Rodriguez says.
In this case, you shouldconsult a professional.
However, feeling the need to bed-rot often does not always mean you’re depressed.
It can also indicate a lifestyle issue.
Or, even better, choose a movie and relax with a friend!
it’s just another tool in the anti-stress toolbox.
American Psychological Association survey shows teen stress rivals that of adults.
