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Beware of Misinformation: YouTube’s Advice for Sleeping Problems Contain Errors Warns Professor Maarten Van Den Bossche

prof. dr. Maarten Van Den Bossche also warns against disinformation about sleeping problems. If you are looking for solutions for sleeping problems, it is better not to consult YouTube.

According to a new American study, the video platform contains a lot of incorrect information about good sleeping habits. In addition, videos containing misinformation are viewed more often than videos created by experts.
“They are big business for a number of companies. That is why it is important to be wary of one-size-fits-all solutions. The danger is that people may spend money on something that does not work – or worse: waiting too long with to see a doctor.”

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