Effects of pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields on human sleep

Neuropsychobiology · 1996 · Mixed · Insufficient evidence

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Pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields from digital mobile radio telephones were associated with shortened sleep onset latency and reduced REM sleep duration and percentage. EEG spectral analysis during REM sleep showed increased spectral power density,…

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PublicationNeuropsychobiology · 1996
Study typeother
Reported directionMixed
Evidence ratingInsufficient

Abstract

In the present study we investigated the influence of pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields of digital mobile radio telephones on sleep in healthy humans. Besides a hypnotic effect with shortening of sleep onset latency, a REM suppressive effect with reduction of duration and percentage of REM sleep was found. Moreover, spectral analysis revealed qualitative alterations of the EEG signal during REM sleep with an increased spectral power density. Knowing the relevance of REM sleep for adequate information processing in the brain, especially concerning mnestic functions and learning processes, the results emphasize the necessity to carry out further investigations on the interaction of this type of electromagnetic fields and the human organism.

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Study typeother
Effect directionmixed
Populationhealthy humans
Sample sizeNot supplied
ExposureRF
Evidence strengthInsufficientConfidence: 66% · Peer reviewed: yes

Main findings

Pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields from digital mobile radio telephones were associated with shortened sleep onset latency and reduced REM sleep duration and percentage. EEG spectral analysis during REM sleep showed increased spectral power density, described as qualitative alterations of the EEG signal.

Outcomes measured

  • sleep onset latency
  • REM sleep duration
  • REM sleep percentage
  • EEG spectral power density during REM sleep

Limitations

  • Sample size not reported in abstract
  • Exposure characteristics (frequency, SAR, duration) not reported in abstract
  • Study design details not reported in abstract
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Identifiers and source

DOI: 10.1159/000119247
PubMed: 8821374

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