Video games and social media are keeping school kids up at night, according to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
"Getting enough sleep is just as crucial as nutrition and exercise when it comes to a child's overall health and well-being," said Dr. Anne Marie Morse, a pediatric sleep physician and AASM spokesperson.
"When a child achieves healthy sleep, they're more likely to look, feel and act their best, which allows them to stay focused and alert in the classroom, on the field and in their extracurriculars," Morse said in an academy news release.; 34%, homework; and 28%, extracurriculars.Start by avoiding caffeine after school in sodas, coffee and energy drinks. These make it harder to fall asleep at night.30 to 60 minutes before bedtime, AASM recommends.
Establish and follow a relaxing nighttime routine, which might include journaling, reading or taking a warm bath or shower.Children between 6 and 12 years of age should sleep nine to 12 hours each night. Teens should get eight to 10 hours of shuteye.
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