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Sleep

Students often have difficulty with sleep and over half report feeling tired or sleepy the majority of the days of the week. Students are especially vulnerable to sleep difficulties due to stress and fluctuating schedules, and are one of the most sleep-deprived populations.

Sleep deprivation is linked to chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, depression, and cardiovascular disease.

Some ways to improve your sleep are:

  • Try to keep your eating and sleeping schedules as regular as possible throughout the week
  • Use your bed for sleeping and sex only
  • Turn off your screens at least 30 minutes before you plan to sleep
  • Reduce or eliminate caffeine and nicotine in the afternoon
  • Use stress reduction techniques

More about Sleep, Insomnia and Sleep Hygiene

Self-Help Resources

  • Sleep Hygiene Handout (PDF)
    Many people who have trouble sleeping can improve their sleep by learning and practicing effective sleep hygiene.