In Nacional, residents may be unaware of a potential disruptor to their sleep. The use of air conditioning can have a negative impact on sleep quality. A direct blast of air from an air conditioning unit on the body is known to cause microdespertares, or brief awakenings.

These interruptions can prevent individuals from achieving a deep and restorative sleep. Further information on this topic is available from La Opinión, which has reported on the effects of air conditioning on sleep. Readers can consult the source for more details on how air conditioning may be affecting their rest.