The key facts
- 47% of Russians admitted they want to sleep more in autumn; 37% feel a lack of sunlight
- 43% report feeling worse, but only 14% monitor their health and physical indicators
- Only 30% decide to rest in time, 24% resort to burnout prevention
Survey on Russians' Autumn State
The psychologist service Spokoino.me and the brand of drinks with vitamins and electrolytes Sensia by Fresh Bar conducted a study and shared its results with Gazeta.Ru. According to their data, 47% of Russian residents admitted they want to sleep more in autumn. 37% of participants reported an increased need for rest, 34.6% suffer from reduced energy, and about another third of respondents said they want to spend more time at home.
Causes of Low Energy
According to experts, 43% of Russians note a deterioration in their well-being in autumn, yet only 14% monitor their health and physical indicators. The researchers named the shortening of daylight hours as the main cause of emotional and physical decline: 37% of Russians feel a lack of sunlight. 31% notice they spend less time outdoors, and every fifth respondent reported a lack of new experiences, which also leads to the blues and a lower mood.
How People Cope with the Condition
24% of study participants primarily monitor their emotional state, 22% focus on rest and a change of scenery, 20% treat themselves to tasty food or shopping, and 15% choose physical contact — massage, spa, and wellness treatments. At the same time, a fifth of respondents admitted they miss the moment, which leads to overwork and health problems; 25% recognize the need for rest only when severely tired, 30% make that decision in time, and only 24% resort to burnout prevention.
Water and Vitamins
30% of Russians believe they drink enough water but do not specifically track it, 29% try to follow a drinking regimen, 25% drink mainly when thirsty, and 17% often forget to drink. More than 80% of respondents use drinks to replenish vitamins and minerals. A drink with added functionality is chosen when people want to relax and recover (19%), maintain concentration and energy (17%), get extra vitamins and minerals (16%), refresh themselves (15%), or restore strength after physical activity (14%).
Context
Earlier, a nutritionist explained why people want to eat more in autumn.
