Factors Contributing to the Sleeping Patterns of Senior High School Students in St. Bridget College

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Sleeping is a vital function of the human body since it allows the body to rest, heal and regenerate the body's damaged cells. Senior high school students need an appropriate amount of sleep for their body to function properly. In this study, the researchers intend to identify the sleeping patterns of students and evaluate the influencing biopsychosocial factors.

METHODS

A descriptive study was used. An adapted questionnaire was administered to senior high school students of St. Bridget College. All data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.

RESULTS

Results show that students very often experience biphasic sleep characterized by 5-6-hour sleep at night and a nap during the day. Psychological and Social factors influence the sleeping patterns of students.

DISCUSSIONS

Results indicate that stress, sadness, anxiety and lack of time management affect the sleep of students. Students tend to sleep below the required number of the hour for sleeping. Use of social media applications plays part in the pattern of sleeping among students.