Studies suggest that adolescents often sacrifice their sleep time in making decisions about time management. The problem is that studies also show that sleep need much more likely to get. More and more studies are showing that there is a direct relationship between sleep and academic success. According to a study by sleep expert Mary Carskadon, PhD, adolescents should receive more than nine hours of sleep each night. That's a great thought, but is it possible? Think about it - do you ever sleep so long?
OK, maybe the weekend. But very few teens get enough sleep on school nights.
Dr. Carskadon's study suggests that biology may be the cause of sleep deprivation among adolescents. Their internal clocks are a little different during adolescence - and the late nights and sleep ins are a natural part of growing into adulthood.
Lack of sleep makes it more difficult for students to concentrate in school, especially during the early morning classes.
Studies on sleep and memory
Our ability to recall is related to our ability to learn, and there have been many studies on sleep and its effects on memory, learning and retention. These studies suggest that sleep habits are essential to good study habits.