What are the Potential Negative Effects of Excessive Light Exposure?
Excessive light exposure can lead to several negative outcomes, including disrupted sleep, increased stress, and altered physiological functions. High-intensity artificial lighting in the NICU can interfere with the development of the infantâs circadian rhythm, the biological clock that regulates sleep-wake cycles. Disruption of this rhythm can affect growth and development, as well as lead to long-term behavioral and cognitive issues.
