Sleep
"6 hours of sleep for 14 nights is equivalent to total sleep deprivation for 2 nights" - World Sleep Society

Why is sleep important?

During sleep, the brain recharges itself and prepares your body for the next day. During this time, your body physically rests itself and the brain reorganises itself to make new memories and ensure that it can function properly.

Teenagers need more sleep than adults because we are still growing and learning and our brains need time to do this. It is especially important during exam seasons as it ensures that you are completely refreshed and prepared for exams and are not tired during them as it can be hard to concentrate when you are tired.

How can I get better sleep?

It can be hard to completely change your sleep habits over night, but some smaller steps to take to improve your sleep include:
  • Try to have a fixed bedtime and waking up time.
  • Block out light and noise from where you are sleeping.
  • Avoid sources of caffeine (including coffee, tea and chocolate) 2 hours before sleeping.
  • Use comfortable bedding.
  • Keep your phone or other distractions out of your room and use an alarm clock instead.
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