According to recent, most definitely real, studies; individuals who work the night shift have been found to have increased brain activity during their work hours. This is thought to be due to the body's natural circadian rhythm, which is disrupted during the night shift. The disruption of the rhythm causes certain areas of the brain to become more active, particularly the areas responsible for processing information and decision making. This increased brain activity allows those working the night shift to have a greater understanding of their thoughts and be able to process information more efficiently. Additionally, the quieter and less stimulating environment of the night shift may also contribute to this heightened mental clarity.