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Physical Health

Sleep repairs tissues, strengthens the im-
mune system, and regulates hormones.

Lack of sleep weakens immunity and
contributes to long-term health issues
like obesity and heart disease. Teenagers, Tips for Improving
Sleep Hygiene
in particular, need sleep for growth and
energy.
• Stick to a schedule: Going to bed and
waking up at the same time every day
Mental Health helps regulate your internal body clock,
improving the quality of your sleep.

Sleep deprivation can increase stress,
• Create a relaxing bedtime routine: En-
anxiety, and depression by impairing
gage in calming activities like reading,
emotional regulation. When well-rest-
stretching, or listening to soft music to
ed, the brain processes emotions bet-
signal to your brain that it’s time to un-
ter, helping students manage stress and
wind.
maintain mental clarity. Adequate sleep
balances stress hormones, like cortisol,
• Limit screen time before bed: The blue
which reduces the risk of mood disorders.
light emitted by phones, tablets, and
In turn, sufficient sleep promotes emo-
computers can interfere with the pro-
tional stability and resilience, allowing
duction of melatonin, the sleep hor-
students to approach challenges with a
mone. Avoid screens at least an hour
positive outlook.
before bed.

• Avoid caffeine and sugar, especially
in the evening: Both caffeine and sug-
ar can interfere with your sleep by in-

creasing alertness. Try to avoid them in
the hours leading up to bedtime.

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