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This is a HS 2013 project about sleep by Favour Ikpo, Dejah Caldwell, Ama Osei
YOU NEED 7-9 HOURS OF SLEEP EACH NIGHT
YOU NEED 7-9 HOURS OF SLEEP EACH NIGHT
SHORT, IRREGULAR SLEEP PATTERNS CAN CAUSE A "SLEEP DEBT" AND LEAD TO SLEEP DEPRIVATION
Sleep deprivation is when you are not getting enough sleep
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
More prone to sickness
Increased risk of heart disease
Higher chance of obesity
Depression & Anxiety
Poor concentration
Challenge yourself to sleep more
Challenge yourself to sleep more
Sleeping 8 hours each night ensures that you get enough deep sleep
WHAT IS DEEP SLEEP?
Deep sleep is when your brain updates.
Think of your brain as a smartphone; when you don't update it, it becomes glitchy.
So if you skip deep sleep, you can glitch and not work properly.
Deep sleep is important for memory & creativity, and making sure your body runs well.
To work more efficiently, your brain removes "waste" during deep sleep.
GETTING ADEQUATE SLEEP IMPROVES YOUR MOOD. POOR SLEEP CAN LEAD TO IRRITABILITY AND STRESS .
ADEQUATE SLEEP HAS A POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOUR PHYSICAL AND METAL HEALTH.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP QUALITY?
Set a consistent sleep schedule by choosing a bedtime and wake time that ensures you get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every day, and stick to it.
Ensure the time you set to sleep is still within the same day (sleep before midnight).
Avoid caffeine at least 6 hours before your set bedtime.
Avoid screen time at least 30 minutes before your set bedtime.
Have a nighttime routine - it can be a calming way to wind down.
Meditate or read before bed.
Listen to calming instrumental music while in bed if having trouble falling asleep.
Reevaluate your tasks - prioritize the things that need to be done immediately and set what can wait until the next day. Don't cram so much in one day.
Have a strict schedule for your day - optimize your time and avoid wasting it.
Try to exercise during the day.
SLEEP ISN'T OPTIONAL-IT'S ESSENTIAL
RESOURCE
TWU Campus Well: https://twu.campuswell.com/
It is a website provided by Student Health Services (SHS) Health Promotion that provides TWU students access to information regarding health and wellness.
Students can access it by going to the TWU website, searching for Campus Well in the search bar, and clicking on the link that leads to it or the link above.
TWU students can use this resource to view tips on how to not only improve their sleep but also their overall health and wellness.
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