Clinic byte: Sleep
Source/Author: Marie Confident, Shorecrest school nurse
October 28, 2015
Everyone needs sleep, though the amount needed varies from one person to the next and changes as people age. Our sleep habits can affect our health. After a good night of sleep, we feel better and are more ready to tackle the day, but so many times other priorities take precedence and we miss the healing and restorative effect of sleeping.
The National Sleep Foundation recommends some sleep guidelines for newborn and up. Please check and see where you or your child fall(s) in the sleep range and try to make or encourage necessary changes for the better https://sleepfoundation.org/media-center/press-release/national-sleep-foundation-recommends-new-sleep-times.
Sleep insufficiency can negatively impact school/work performance. Behavior or learning difficulties may be the effects of sleep deprivation. People suffering from lack of sleep are more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity and depression.
Parents should encourage their children to get enough sleep. Setting bedtime routine, limiting electronic devices after a set time, limiting foods or drinks with caffeine, playing soothing music or reading a book are some ways to promote better sleep hygiene.
Parents should encourage their children to get enough sleep. Setting bedtime routine, limiting electronic devices after a set time, limiting foods or drinks with caffeine, playing soothing music or reading a book are some ways to promote better sleep hygiene.
Until next time, remain healthy and enjoy the extra one hour of sleep when we change the clocks this weekend!
Marie Confident, RN, BSN
Shorecrest school nurse
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