Chatting on FaceTime can be a great way to spend time with people when you can’t be with them in person. So, why is it we get so sleepy even though we’ve been looking forward to the video call all day? In fact, it’s actually pretty common to feel sleepy on FaceTime, and there are … Read more
We’ve all been there. You’re mindlessly scrolling through YouTube, watching one video after another. Suddenly, your eyelids start to feel heavy and before you know it, you’re asleep. But is this normal? Can watching videos actually make you sleepy? Let’s take a look. Is it normal to fall asleep when watching videos? It’s no secret … Read more
For as long as there have been students, there have been complaints of feeling tired after math class. But is there any science to back up this feeling? Or is it just our brains telling us what we want to hear? In short, math can make us tired due to the concentration involved, stress hormones … Read more
We don’t know exactly why virtual reality (VR) makes some people tired. It could be the immersive nature of VR or the fact that you’re using your eyes and brain in a new way. Some research suggests that it might be because VR simulates some of the same conditions that lead to motion sickness. Read … Read more
It’s no secret that gaming can be a tiring activity. But why does it make us so tired? In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the reasons why gaming might wear us out, and offer some tips on how to combat the fatigue associated with playing video games. In short, gaming can … Read more
You know when you’re studying for an exam and your eyes start to feel heavy? You try to keep reading but the words start to blur together and all you want to do is take a nap. It’s frustrating, especially when you have a lot of material to get through. But why does this happen? … Read more