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A recent study conducted in the psychology department at Yale University warned that attempting to resolve marital or emotional disputes right before sleep may lead to counterproductive results that exacerbate tension rather than alleviate it. The study explained that mental fatigue at the end of the day weakens the brain's abilities to analyze and listen, reducing communication flexibility, which makes dialogue more emotional and less objective. The researchers added that the brain, during periods of evening fatigue, deals with negative emotions more intensely, which raises stress hormone levels and affects sleep quality later on, noting that sleeping after an unresolved conflict solidifies emotional distance between the parties.

The study recommended postponing important discussions until the morning, when both parties are in a balanced mental state and have a higher capacity for empathy and emotional regulation. It also advised using phrases that start with "I feel" instead of direct accusations, and dedicating weekly time for constructive dialogue that enhances trust and prevents the accumulation of problems.