The association between real-life markers of phone use and cognitive performance, health-related quality of life and sleep

Authors: Eeftens M, Pujol S, Klaiber A, Chopard G, Riss A, Smayra F, Flückiger B, Gehin T, Diallo K, Wiart J, Mazloum T, Mauny F, Röösli M

Year: 2023 Apr 29

Category: Environmental Research

Journal: Environ Res

DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116011

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37127107/

Abstract

Overview

The SPUTNIC study investigates the real-life impact of mobile phone radiation on cognitive performance, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and sleep patterns. It critically examines correlations between mobile phone use and human health outcomes.

Methods

  • Participants monitored daily RF-EMF exposure from mobile and cordless calls, and screen usage.
  • Health outcomes assessed included cognitive performance, HRQoL, and sleep efficiency over ten study days.
  • Data was analyzed using mixed models to accommodate individual variations and potential confounders.

Findings

While no consistent links were found between RF-EMF exposure and most health metrics, an increase in stress was noted with prolonged screen time. Sleep patterns and cognitive performance showed no significant correlation with RF-EMF exposure.

Conclusion

The SPUTNIC study's findings emphasize the importance of monitoring mobile phone screen time, highlighting a significant increment in stress levels associated with increased use, and reinforce the need for further research into the potential health impacts of RF-EMF.

electromagnetic fields cognitive performance health-related quality of life RF-EMF sleep quality mobile phone usage stress analysis
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