Have you ever wondered why you were so tired that you couldn’t focus in class? Well, the problem lies in your sleeping habits. Students at KAS need a better sleep schedule. A bad night’s sleep can lead to bad health problems, forgetfulness, and impaired judgment. Students need to be in their best mental state in school so that they can do well and reach their full potential.
A bad sleep schedule leads to bad health problems. Not sleeping well the day before can lead to increased stress levels and health problems that are associated with stress, like high blood pressure. About 90% of people with insomnia have another health condition. Students who are also athletes for their school need to stay in shape to stay on the team and play for the team. Sleep plays an important factor in the state of your health, so if you want to stay healthy and in shape, consider getting more sleep.
Researchers have linked forgetfulness with lack of sleep. In 2009, researchers determined that sharp wave ripples which are events in the brain are responsible for consolidating memory. Sharp wave ripples happen mostly during the deepest levels of sleep. If you want to have a better memory, you should consider getting more sleep. Long term memory is not just an important all around trait to have, it’s a necessity for students with their fact filled tests and constant schedule changes. They need to memorise facts and formulas in order to get a high score on quizzes.
Mental alertness is important, especially in class and not having enough sleep doesn’t help with that. Studies show that over time, people who are getting less sleep think they’re fine, but when you look at their tests of mental alertness and performance, they are without a doubt worse. Even though the people who are getting less sleep might’ve tricked their brain into thinking that they are fine, in reality, they’re a lot worse mentally. Students are usually running on low sleep during class and some even fall asleep. They’re not paying enough attention to the lesson and in turn don’t receive the much needed information.
A better sleep schedule has many benefits, not just for students, but for everyone. Students need to go to bed at an appropriate time. It might be hard for a student who has a lot of activities to go to and a busy schedule, but it’s important for them to keep their brain sharp and to be able to do well in class. A good sleep arrangement can assure that they will get the energy and rest that they need to go on with their day.