What is the optimal sleep time for adolescents and children??🧐🌙

My child has had trouble sleeping since they were young.

I don't really like eating much and mostly snack on treats...

(It's not like I didn't do well with the baby food... ^^;;)

 

Even now that I'm in elementary school, I go to bed around 11:30 and wake up around 8 in the morning.

 

I often go without sleep from sleeping alone until 12 or 1 o'clock.

 

I feel anxious that it might hinder my growth.

 

How much do children sleep??

 

I looked into how long the optimal time is.

 

 

 

The importance of sleep

Foundation for Growth and Development

Sleep plays an important role not only in children's physical growth but also in emotional stability and improvement of learning ability. During sleep, growth hormones are secreted, and the day's learning content is organized, helping to enhance memory.

 

The optimal sleep time for adolescents and the necessity of sufficient rest

Adolescence is a period of active physical and mental changes, and sufficient sleep during this time is very important. The recommended sleep duration for adolescents is about 8 to 10 hours per day. Teenagers often do not get enough sleep due to academic work, friendships, leisure activities, and other factors, which can negatively affect growth and learning abilities.

 

Optimal sleep duration for elementary school students for healthy growth

For elementary school students, 9 to 11 hours of sleep per day is recommended. During this period, children expend a lot of physical and mental energy due to school activities and after-school programs, so they need sufficient sleep to recover from fatigue and prepare for the next day.

The most important period for children's optimal sleep time growth

Children need 10 to 12 hours of sleep per day. Especially for children in their growth period, sufficient sleep is very important for physical growth and brain development. For children, maintaining a consistent sleep schedule helps improve the quality of sleep.

 

 

Tips for Improving Sleep Habits

Advice for healthy sleep

• Maintain a regular sleep schedule: develop the habit of going to bed and waking up at similar times every day.
• Reduce activities before sleep: It is recommended to limit screen time and engage in quiet, relaxing activities before going to bed.
• Creating an appropriate sleep environment: The child's room should be comfortable and quiet, and it is recommended to maintain an appropriate temperature and lighting.

 

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