Sleep Terms
9-12 hours
This is the amount of sleep most 10-12 year olds need each night
9-12 hours
what is one physical thing you can do to improve sleep?
stretching, yoga, mediation, or exercise
True
The body's approximately 24-hr internal clock that helps coordinate the timing of a wide range of physical and mental functions, including sleep
Circadian rhythm
True or False: Not getting enough sleep can impact your immune system
True:
Not getting enough sleep can negatively impact your immune system. This makes you more susceptible to getting sick
list two things that make a good sleep environment
quiet, dark, cool, consistent schedule, turned off electronics
A hormone produced by the body that helps to regulate circadian rhythm and sleep
Melatonin
True or False: The older you get, the fewer hours of sleep you need
True
How long before bed should you limit use of electronics?
at least 1 hour before bedtime
List one of the 2 different phases of the sleep cycle
NREM - body restoration, tissue repair, immune support
REM - Vivid dreams occur, brain has the most activity, and body becomes temporarily paralyzed
How many sleep cycles do you experience in one night?
4-6 cycles
This is an important thing you should soak up 5-30 minutes after waking up
Sunlight