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If you don’t get enough sleep, they are at higher risk of being overweight or obese.
- Teens need at least 9 hours of sleep each night.
- School-aged and preschool children need 10 to 12 hours of sleep.
- Newborns sleep between 16 and 18 hours a day.
Set a bedtime schedule and remind your child when it’s time to get ready for bed.
If you don't get enough sleep, you may experience symptoms of sleep deprivation. These include:
- Falling asleep in class/workplace
- Irritability
- Difficulty waking up in the morning
- Difficulty concentrating
- Depression after prolonged sleep deprivation
During sleep the body:
- Repairs cells: Sleep slows metabolism, heartbeat and breathing rate, which helps the body replenish after daily physical activity.
- Releases growth hormones in young adults: While you sleep, a hormone is released that aids the growth of bones, tissues and new red blood cells.
- Strengthens your immune and nervous systems.
Getting a Good Night's Sleep
Some tips to increase your chances of sleeping better:
- Eliminate caffeine (or foods that have caffeine, such as chocolate).
- Set a regular sleep schedule and stick with it, even on weekends.
- Avoid exercise after dinner.
- Wear comfortable clothes or pajamas to bed.
- Make sure your room is not too hot or too cold.
- Avoid stimulating TV, music or computer time before bed.
- Use meditation or relaxation techniques.
- Try the old standby: counting sheep -- in other words, activities that are repetitive and lack stimulation.
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