The Importance of Sleep
By UriYah Grantham
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Sleep is incredibly important for your health, body, and mind. Sleep can be a huge part of your life. According to:infants from 4-12months four to 12 months get 12 to 16 hours of sleep day, toddlers ages 1-2 get 11 to 14 hours of sleep, preschoolers ages three to five get 11 to 13 hours of sleep, six 13 get 9 to 12 hours of sleep, and 13 to 18 get 8-10 hours of sleep. Adults, according to NHLB, get seven or more hours of sleep a day.“Sleep is important for our physical and mental health in many ways. It gives our bodies and minds a chance to reset and rejuvenate.” stated Lucy Brian. Most kids, teens and even adults spend a lot of time on devices, which makes you more tired. Brittany McCrady, LCSW at Centerstone stated, “Music and TV keep the brain stimulated, which may impact the quality of your sleep. This is why I recommend static noise instead.” says McCrady
Sleep is not just about rest. It is about being able to relax, breathe, and process where the body performs the most important functions. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute “During sleep, your body is working to support healthy brain function and maintain your physical health. In children and teens, sleep also helps support growth and development.”
This provides that during your sleep, your heart, metabolism, immune system and hormones are all being controlled. Skipping sleep can cause fatigue and also raises your chances of developing chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and many more other problems. NHLB
Rest is crucial for your mental health as well. According to the Sleep Foundation "sleep encompasses vital and essential functions, such as memory consolidation and emotional regulation." Lack of rest affects your capacity to learn, concentrate and make choices.
but simply, sleep acts as a way for the body and mind alike. As the (NHLB) pointed out gadgets such as TVs, phones and even music can disrupt sleep. The blue light emitted by screens inhibits sleep, the hormone that tells your body when it’s time to rest. Healthline notes that “Regularly sleeping less than 8 hours a day at night can put your health and safety at risk, which is why it’s essential that you prioritize and protect your sleep daily.”
This is the reason specialists advise reducing screen exposure before sleep, for soothing options such, as noise or meditation. Even replacing a phone with a book will help you sleep better at night. As Verywell Health explains “Getting enough sleep can improve memory and reduce stress levels. Sleep is vital for maintaining your overall health”
Does sleep really matter? Is sleep a big waste of time? Sleep is not a waste of time, it is an opportunity for you to gain energy and even learn new things such as skills, and keeping a good mood. By respecting your body, you need rest, reducing distractions like late night TV or phone use, you could give yourself the best chance to rest and rejuvenate for the next day.
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