K7 HW6.2: The Science of Sleep

Why is getting enough sleep is good?

• Increased stress levels

• Decreased energy

• Worsened memory retention

• Improved mood and makes you more happy

How does lack of sleep affect your feelings?

• Lack of sleep improves mood.

• Lack of sleep leads to emotional stability.

• Lack of sleep makes you angry and sad.

• Lack of sleep has no effect on mood.

What will you do to have a good sleeping habit?

• Avoid phones before going to sleep.

• Take long naps during the day.

• Use electronic devices right before sleeping.

• Drink caffeinated (coffee) beverages before bed.

Why is sleep important for your brain?

• Sleep is for dreaming and has no other benefits.

• Sleep is important for memory consolidation, cognitive function, and brain detoxification.

• Sleep is only necessary for physical health.

• Sleep has no impact on learning new skills.

What can happen if you stay up too late?

• Staying up too late can cause you to become sleepy the next day.

• It can help you finish all your tasks on time.

• You will gain extra energy for the next day.

• Staying up late can improve your memory.

How many hours of sleep do kids your age need?

• 5 to 6 hours

• 3 to 4 hours

• 1 to 2 hours

• 11 to 13 hours

What is one way to create a good sleep environment?

• Leave the windows open for fresh air and noise.

• Keep the bedroom brightly lit and noisy.

• Make the bedroom dark, quiet, and cool.

• Use a warm and humid environment.

How does sleep help you remember what you learn?

• Sleep helps you remember what you learn by making your brain healthy and remember more stuff easily.

• Sleep only helps with physical recovery, not memory.

• Sleep has no effect on memory retention.

• Sleep disrupts the learning process and confuses the brain.

What should you avoid before going to bed?

• Reading a book

• Herbal tea

• Light snacks

• Coffee, heavy meals, and screen time

Why is it important to have a regular sleep schedule?

• It helps to increase stress levels.

• It allows for more time spent on screens.

• It is necessary for better digestion.

• It is important to have a regular sleep so that to help our brains function properly and be in a good mood.