[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/SleepBlogPic-2-scaled.jpeg” title_text=”SleepBlogPic (2)” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re a college student, professor or just simply a human being, sleep is an essential part of life.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Getting 7-9 hours of sleep as a young adult each night is extremely important, but as a college student, school and work can complicate reaching the recommended sleep time.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”What is sleep deficiency? ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Sleep Deficiency” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sleep deficiency is what occurs when an individual doesn\u2019t get enough sleep. This can look different to each person, whether it be going to bed too late, or getting the ideal amount of sleep, but the quality of the sleep is poor.\u00a0According to the CDC<\/a>, 1 in 3 adults do not get enough sleep each night and therefore fall into sleep deprivation. Not getting enough sleep each night can begin to interfere with your work life, ability to focus, mental health, immune system, nervous system, and so much more.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Playing Catch Up ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Playing Catch Up” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It\u2019s obvious to see sleep is important, but it\u2019s harder to put into practice. As busy college students, it\u2019s natural to fall behind on sleep here and there, and a nap can seem like the perfect way to catch up. The process of catching up on sleep is gradual, and a daily practice.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Getting into a sleep schedule and sticking to routine is the most important. Adding an extra hour of sleep each night over a few nights is a more effective way to catch up on sleep if you find yourself feeling sleep deprived.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Tips For Sleep ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Tips for Sleeping” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”All-nighters: yea or nay? ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”All Nighters ” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Pulling an all-nighter once might seem safe and might seem like the best option to finish some last-minute homework, it has a really big impact on your body and mind. Being a college student, your brain is being used all the time for class and homework, and the day after an all-nighter will prove difficult. The symptoms of sleep deprivation will likely kick in and the focus and concentration needed for class will likely be minimal.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Not sleeping all night can also really impact your driving. The inability to focus and concentrate can lead to impairment when driving, and the likely hood of falling asleep at the wheel increases drastically. According to Inverse, driving when sleep deprived can have the same effects as driving above the legal limit and has led to many fatal car accidents.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you are finding yourself having to choose between sleeping an extra hour or cramming in an extra hour of studying at night, choose the extra sleep, your brain and body will thank you.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Assessing Your Sleep ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Assessing Your Sleep ” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n For more personalized tips on how to maximize sleep benefits, take a\u00a0<\/span>sleep assessment online<\/span><\/a>. It\u2019s a confidential and anonymous, and absolutely free. It only takes 30-45 minutes to fill out. After you have filled it out, it will give you tailored answers on how to improve your sleep.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We spend a good portion of our days asleep and clearly it is an important activity. As college students, we don\u2019t need to add more stress to our plates. Studying and social lives are important, but getting a good night\u2019s sleep should be toward the top of the to-do list.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you continue to have issues sleeping, you can make an appointment with\u00a0<\/span>WSU Health, Counseling & Wellness Services<\/span><\/a>. To make an appointment, call 507.457.5160<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Author: Kailee Johnson<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Resources ” content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Resources ” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/sleep-deprivation<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.sleepdr.com\/the-sleep-blog\/how-bad-is-pulling-an-all-nighter\/<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.inverse.com\/mind-body\/all-nighter-faqs<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/23970-sleep-deprivation#:~:text=Sleep%20deprivation%20is%20when%20a,symptom%20of%20certain%20health%20conditions<\/span><\/a>..\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you\u2019re a college student, professor or just simply a human being, sleep is an essential part of life.\u00a0\u00a0 Getting 7-9 hours of sleep as a young adult each night is extremely important, but as a college student, school and work can complicate reaching the recommended sleep time.\u00a0Sleep deficiency is what occurs when an individual […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":67,"featured_media":7827,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Whether you\u2019re a college student, professor or just simply a human being, sleep is an essential part of life. In order to learn more about sleep debt, I talked to Justin Geijer of the HERS department, and Kate Noelke, the Director of Integrated Wellness.\r\n\r\nGetting 7-9 hours of sleep as a young adult each night is extremely important, but as a college student, school and work can complicate reaching the recommended sleep time.\r\n\r\n[gallery link=\"none\" columns=\"1\" size=\"full\" ids=\"3427\"]\r\n\r\nWhat is sleep deficiency?\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u201cSleep debt refers to a time-measurement of sleep deficiency that is not easily remedied,\u201d Noelke explains. Sleep deficiency can result from one single night of sleep or multiple nights of missed sleep.\r\n\r\nGeijer explains that \u201csleep deprivation can have deleterious impacts on cognition, immune functions, stress levels and hormonal balance.\u201d As a college student, this can hinder our academic performance.\r\n\r\nAll-nighters: yea or nay?<\/strong>\r\n\r\nWhen someone \u2018pulls an all-nighter,\u2019 it can be compared to feeling legally drunk, said Noelke. \u201cif you have the choice between one extra hour of sleep or one extra hour of cramming for a test, choose sleep<\/em>,\" Noelke insisted.\r\n\r\n\u201c24 hours without sleep has been shown to reduce total brain activity by as much as 6%.\u201d Geijer added. When you lose brain activity, your learning and study habits, quiz\/test performance, and even social interactions are reduced significantly.\r\n\r\nPlaying Catch Up<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIt's obvious to see sleep is important, but it's harder to put into practice. As busy college students, it\u2019s natural to fall behind on sleep here and there, and a nap can seem like the perfect way to catch up. However, Geijer and Noelke agree that research shows one long nap isn\u2019t going to help catch up on sleep. The process of catching up on sleep is gradual, and a daily practice.\r\n\r\nGetting into a sleep schedule and sticking to routine is the most important. Adding an extra hour of sleep each night over a few nights is a more effective way to catch up on sleep if you find yourself feeling sleep deprived.\r\n\r\nSam's Tips For Sleep<\/strong>\r\n\n
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