Why do you doze off on the couch but are wide awake in bed?

Ever find yourself dozing off on the couch, only to be wide awake the moment you hit the bed? Let’s find out from experts why this happens.

Dr SM Fayaz, consultant, internal medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, mentions that lounging positions signal the mind that it is time to relax, decreasing alertness and encouraging sleep.

He says, “The presence of soft sounds, white noise from the TV, or any quiet activity in the house enhances peacefulness, making the sofa a breeding ground for naps.”