Is Daylight Savings Time Here to Stay?
BY: Evan Justice
The beginning of Daylight Savings Time (DST) has always been a very difficult transition for many Americans. Not only do you have to set your clocks ahead one hour, but you also must deal with losing an hour of sleep, as well as all the possible inconveniences of the sun coming up later in the day. According to recent studies, DST not only negatively affects your mental health, but can also increase the risk of heart attack or stroke within the first three weeks after beginning. On the other hand, the extra hour of sleep we get at the end of DST has been linked to fewer heart attacks. Studies have also shown that car accidents, workplace injuries, and depression can significantly increase due to DST.
Many states are attempting to end DST for good. However...