Sleep hygiene

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/sleep-hygiene

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the clinical development era?Late 1970s
2. What is the primary clinical application?Management of mild to moderate insomnia
3. Why should I keep a regular bedtime?A regular bedtime helps your body’s internal clock stay steady, so you feel sleepy at the right time and wake up happy.
4. What can I do in my bedroom to help me sleep?Make the room dark, quiet, and cool, and use the bed only for sleeping so it stays a calm place.

Sleep hygiene: A set of practices and environmental conditions that promote consistent, restorative sleep.
Insomnia: A sleep disorder characterized by persistent difficulty with sleep initiation, duration, or quality.
Circadian rhythm: The body's natural, internal 24-hour cycle that regulates sleep-wake patterns and other physiological processes.
Stimulants: Substances that increase physiological or nervous system activity, such as caffeine and nicotine, which can interfere with sleep.