Participants co-sleeping with pets had poorer sleep quality and more insomnia symptoms compared to those who did not, even after adjusting for demographic differences.
Co-sleeping with dogs showed a negative effect on sleep quality, while co-sleeping with cats did not exhibit the same negative impact.
Despite 93% of participants believing their pets had a positive or neutral impact on their sleep, our study suggests unawareness of potential negative effects on sleep quality.
While pets offer mental health benefits, including physical activity and companionship during the day, co-sleeping may compromise sleep quality, a crucial component of overall health.
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