Circadian rhythm

How many of you would rather be asleep right now? I am assuming that mostly everyone sitting here would say yes, including myself. I wake every weekday morning at 6:30 and personally see all the proven negative effects of teens waking up at an hour they aren’t mean to. Sleep patterns throughout teenage years are to go to sleep late then wake up late. While for adults and children, it is the exact opposite. Elementary schools start at 8:45 while most of those kids do not need that exact hour of sleep

Have you ever been trying to go to sleep late at night but, you just don’t feel sleepy. Your body is fully awake and then at one moment you’re asleep. Then it’s morning and you’ve just woken up you’re drowsy and tired and even mad. When you go to school you’re sluggish and tired until around the early second half of school you are actually awake. Well this is caused by not enough sleep. This is why i suggest that school should start at 9:30 One reason school should start later is, Students need to

The Effects of Technology on Vision Excessive exposure to electronic devices can highly influence the short-term and long-term eyesight of high school students, as their vision is substantially more vulnerable than that of an adult, and as students use these devices more frequently, concern with the effects thereof grows. As adolescents continue in this daily use of electronics, many suffer the consequences, whether it be temporary or permanent ones. Though exposure to excessive amounts of electronics

If you’re in the market for a new mattress, this isn’t a small decision. Most of us are only going to buy a few mattresses during our lifetimes, and this means that they’re a pretty major purchase for each of us. Because of this, there are likely to be gaps of several years between mattress purchases and we may not be up on the latest techniques and technology available in mattresses currently. Mattress Review This means that you’re going to need to do some research before you buy. This is where

It is very clear that most people resent the thought of waking up early in the morning to get school or work. Right? According to the author Elenam112,  “It has been scientifically proven that teenagers are not morning people. They have a biological tendency to stay up at night and sleep later in the morning.” (TI.)  I strongly agree. In my opinion, I believe school start times should start at least an hour or two earlier, due to the health benefits also, students will be much more focused in class

What May Trigger Night Terrors? Night terrors are a type of parasomnia, that cause screaming, intense fear, and flailing, while still asleep. These episodes are most common but not limited to children between ages of four to twelve, for they can also still occur in adults. Mostly children are affected by this parasomnia, but only three to six percent of them have these night terrors, and the percentage of occurrences in adults are lower. Some studies show that there are some variables, such as tiredness

Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder that causes sleep interruption and a lack of oxygen to the brain. Many people know adults with this disorder who have had to attend sleep studies or wear breathing machines overnight, but what are the implications for children with sleep apnea? Research suggests that children with sleep apnea are in danger developmentally if their condition goes undiagnosed. The lack of quality sleep in children can lead to difficulties socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Unfortunately

According to the article “But I’m Not Tired,” by Alice Parker, the article states “Many kids ages 10 to 12 years old only get 7 - 8 hours of sleep.” Schools need to adapt their start time and end time. Schools also need to adapt after school activities. Class time should be at least 40 to 50 minutes long. Studies have show that 7 hours of sleep is minimum requirement hours of sleep per night. Studies have also shown that 46% of nights, students sleep less than 7 hours. Studies also have shown that

Are there any benefits to Daylight Saving Time? What are the disadvantages? One benefit is that there is more time in the day to socialize and exercise. It can increase everyone’s happiness. People also say that their sight is better. Some say that it decreases accidents, while some others say the opposite. The purpose is supposedly to decrease the amount of times we use our appliances and/or light. Studies have shown that the Daylight Saving Time has very little effect on the energy

The Issue of Insomnia The often hectic and unpredictable lifestyles many American's lives have lead to about 30% of adults experiencing some form of insomnia, with 10% having it as a chronic condition. Insomnia is a condition where someone is unable to or stay in a state of prolonged sleep, and is divided into two types: Primary and Co-morbid. Most American's report working over 40 hours a week, on top of maintain other important relationships in their "off" hours, which can lead to a restful nights