Basics of sleep
8 hours or more
How much screen time should we limit to for good sleep?
2 hours per day
What happens when you don't get enough sleep?
(Four main issues)
1. Poor school performance
2. Excessive tiredness
3. Weight issues (gain)
4. Issues paying attention
What is the kind of light called that screens give off?
Blue light
What is the hormone that makes us sleepy and how does exercise effect is?
Melatonin and exercise helps produce it.
What are some things that help us get good sleep?
(4 things)
Nighttime routine, less screen time, physical activity, and no eating too close to bedtime.
1. Blue light tricks the brain into being more alert and reduces melatonin.
2. Games and videos can stimulate the brain, making it harder to sleep.
How much/how often should we get exercise for good sleep?
60 minutes every day