Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday
Most of America will move clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. as daylight saving time ends and standard time resumes. This annual change started on March 9 this year and originally began in 1918 to conserve fuel during World War I.
Public Opinion on Daylight Saving Time
The system has been losing popularity over the years. According to a recent AP-NORC poll, 47% of adults oppose daylight saving time while many still favor it. Currently, all states observe daylight saving time except Arizona and Hawaii, which do not change their clocks.
Expert Advice to Ease the Transition
Kenneth Lee, a neurologist and medical director of the University of Chicago Medicine’s Sleep Center, advises easing into the time change:
- Begin pushing bedtime back by 15 to 20 minutes a few nights before Sunday.
- Change clocks on Saturday evening to get acclimated ahead of time.
- Adjust meal and coffee times to align with the shifted schedule.
- Avoid extra caffeine as it may disrupt sleep quality.
Advice for Parents with Young Children
Lee, a father of two young boys, recommends parents use the same gradual approach—changing clocks early and moving bedtime back bit by bit several nights before the switch.
"Begin pushing back their bedtime a few nights before Sunday for 15 to 20 minutes each night." — Kenneth Lee
Author’s summary: Gradually adjusting bedtime and changing clocks early can soften the impact of daylight saving time ending, helping maintain better sleep and daily rhythm.