Sleep Cycle
How many stages are there in the sleep cycle?
Five
People with this condition have trouble falling or staying asleep.
Insomnia
This stimulant, found in coffee, tea, soda, and energy drinks, can interfere with sleep when consumed too late in the day.
Caffeine
What should we limit using before bedtime?
Electronics
How many hours does the CDC recommend that you sleep at night?
At least 7 hours
What are the two types of insomnia called?
Acute and chronic
This can suffer when students don't get enough sleep, making it harder to focus and learn.
Academic performance
What kind of environment is best for a good night’s sleep?
A quiet, cool, comfortable, and dark environment
This sleep stage is often associated with dreaming.
REM Sleep
This disorder causes people to feel excessive daytime sleepiness throughout the day.
Hypersomnia
This behavior can slow down your reaction time and affects your attention on the road.
Drowsy driving
This tool helps you track when you sleep and wake up, so you can notice patterns in your sleep habits.
Sleep log/journal
This is a graph that measures the stages of sleep over a period of time.
Hypnogram
This condition is temporary and mainly happens when you travel across different time zones.
Jet lag
What is the term for staying awake all night, often to study, even though it can hurt your focus and performance the next day?
An all nighter
Naps can be good for reducing fatigue, how long should we nap for?
30-90 minutes