Science
Name the stage of the sleeping cycle where dreams occur, and also the name of Ariana Grande's 2018 song.
REM
How many hours of sleep are recommended for 14 to 17-year-olds?
8 to 10 hours.
Your body gets used to lack of sleep.
MYTH. A chronic lack of sleep leads to sleep deprivation which can affect your physical and mental health.
Energy drinks are a healthy option to help teens stay awake.
FALSE. Energy drinks boost alertness for a short period but do not eliminate the body's need for rest and recovery. Caffeine can also cause anxiety, insomnia, and other health issues.
How many cans of Monster can a teen safely drink in one day without going over the recommended daily amount of caffeine?
Zero. Monster has 160mg of caffeine and teens are only recommended to have 100 mg of caffeine per day.
Name the "Rhythm" that regulates sleep and wake habits, eating, and more.
Circadian
How many stages are there for sleep?
4 (NREM 1 Falling Asleep, NREM 2 Light Sleep, NREM 3 Deep Sleep, REM)
Snoring is harmless and nothing can be done to reduce it.
MYTH. Snoring can be addressed, and severe snoring may be a cause of concern.
Driving while sleepy is almost as dangerous as driving while drunk.
TRUE. Not only is driving while sleepy almost as dangerous as driving while drunk, but teen or young adult drivers have the highest risk of being involved in a drowsy driving crash.
What is it called when someone stops consuming caffeine and experiences side effects such as headaches and irritability?
Withdrawal
Name the "sleep" hormone.
Melatonin
How long does a complete sleep cycle take?
90 to 110 minutes
You eat spiders in your sleep.
MYTH. People don't eat spiders while sleeping. There is no evidence that spiders willingly crawl into people's mouths in the night, and it is unlikely someone would swallow one in their sleep.
Later school start times help teens get more sleep.
TRUE. Studies show that teens go to bed around the same time, even when school starts later, so teens do get more sleep when school starts later.
Name the two content creators most associated with the energy drink Prime.
Logan Paul and KSI
Name the sleep disorder that causes you to have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting good quality sleep. The disorder is characterized as regular inability to sleep.
Insomnia
$325,000
If you are having trouble falling asleep, stay in bed until you can.
MYTH. Experts recommend getting out of bed if you have spent 20 minutes trying to fall asleep. Instead of tossing and turning in bed, it's better to get up and do something relaxing in a quiet and dim setting.
There is nothing wrong with staying up late on school nights and sleeping late on non-school days as long as you are getting enough sleep.
FALSE. A “yo-yo” sleep schedule disrupts the body’s internal clock, which can lead to lower academic performance, worsen mental health issues, and lead to risky behaviors.
In 2014, Redbull settled a class action lawsuit for $13 million for what?
Not giving consumers "wings" and not providing a superior performance boost due to a can of Red Bull having a lower caffeine content than a regular cup of coffee.
Name the sleep condition that occurs when your breathing stops and restarts many times while you sleep.
Sleep Apnea
What percentage of high school students don't get enough sleep?
73%
A warm bedroom temperature is best for sleeping.
MYTH. Research shows most people sleep best in a bedroom around 65-68 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you study all night before a test, you will remember the information better.
FALSE. A lack of sleep impedes retention of information no matter how hard you study.
Name the company that pulled its highly caffeinated "Charged Lemonades" nationwide in 2024 following the deaths of a 21-year-old and a 46-year-old.
Panera Bread