I feel really sleepy in school. Is it bcoz i don't sleep enough?What else can I do to not feel sleepy in class?
2006-08-16 22:55:58 · 13 answers · asked by rachitkhaitan 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Teenagers need far more sleep than older people do. You are not getting nearly enough sleep. Eight hours is the number that is generally suggested for adults, although not all adults get or need quite that much.
I believe I've heard that teenagers require at least nine hours of sleep. Recently, it came out on the news that it is now believed insufficent sleep on a regular basis can make people age earlier than they otherwise would.
There isn't much you can do to stop feeling sleepy in class other than 1) trying to get at least another hour or sleep a night most of the time and 2) try getting up in time to make sure you have a breakfast that will get your blood sugar levels to where they should be (low blood sugar from not eating for a long time can make you feel like you need to sleep too).
2006-08-16 23:05:43 · answer #1 · answered by WhiteLilac1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think that 6.5-7hrs of sleep is enough.
However, most teens over here sleep only that much.
When I was 15, I slept less than 6hrs every night because there were too much homework & projects too do, and not to mention studying for tests almost every week.
Now that I'm already working, I hardly get enough sleep too because of other reasons.
It's not easy to get enough sleep when you're in a fast-paced and demanding society.
I can't tell you what you can do to not feel sleepy in class, except to get more sleep at night.
We all actually DO need it.
2006-08-17 06:05:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sleep more! Teens are notorious for needing insane amounts of sleep. Go to bed earlier - you ought to have at least 8, but probably 9-10 hours of sleep a night! After all, you're rapidly growing into an adult, your body is going through lots of changes, and you're studying hard (or should be) in school. Most teens have active social lives, maybe sports, etc - all of this requires energy, and energy comes from sleep. :)
Try to get no less than 8 hours of sleep each night, as a minimum.
2006-08-17 06:02:53 · answer #3 · answered by Katia 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. Matter of fact sleep researchers are still recommending that the average adult get a full 8 hours of sleep. Especially teenagers.
2006-08-17 06:10:59 · answer #4 · answered by darren s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a 15 year old should have at least 9 hours of sleep per night.
2006-08-17 06:54:15 · answer #5 · answered by P-nuts and Hair-dos 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
everyone feels sleepy in the classroom....
try resting more arnd 8 hours a night of sleep...
you are too young for coffee so wouldn't suggest that..
2006-08-17 06:02:24 · answer #6 · answered by crispey_honey 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teens need at least 9 or more hours of sleep!
2006-08-17 05:59:34 · answer #7 · answered by jennifersuem 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to bed earlier at bedtime if music puts you to sleep use it but if its a distraction do not listen to music, keep the curtains closed so there is no light from the night into your room. do you drink coffee yet? maybe a cup of coffee before school may help good luck
2006-08-17 06:07:50 · answer #8 · answered by oceanlady580 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teens need atleast 9 hours for sleep..please allow the kid to sleep...
2006-08-17 06:01:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The recommended amount of sleep for teens is as much as 10 hours. 8hrs is the required amount for all people.
2006-08-17 06:01:04 · answer #10 · answered by mat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋