Module 7
Module 7
Module 7
Well-Being in Middle
and Late Adolescence
MENTAL HEALTH
Most teens need 9-11 hours of sleep every night. Problems from not
being fully rested include:
Irritability
Difficulty concentrating and learning
Don’t move information from short-term to long-term memory as
well
Falling asleep in class
Mood swings and behavior problems
More accident prone
More prone to depression
Suggestions for getting a good night sleep:
Stay away from stimulants like caffeine in the
evening, including chocolate, colas, and other
caffeinated beverages. These delay sleep and
increase night waking.
Do not go to bed hungry, have a light snack.
Turn off any TV’s, computers, or cellphones,
or just do not have electronics in the bedroom.
Disengage from any stimulating activities like exercise, computer games
or talking on the phone for at least 30 minutes prior to bedtime. Reading
is much more relaxing and may help you fall asleep.
Taking a warm bath or shower helps prepare the body for sleep.
If you are not feeling rested and functioning at your best most days, talk
to your parents. You may need to speak to a doctor if you are having
problems sleeping in spite of trying the above tips. Try a cup of hot milk.
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