THE IMPACT OF LACK OF SLEEP ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF GRADE 12 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES AT IMMACULADA CONCEPCION COLLEGE.
Keywords:
sleep deprivation, academic performance, high school students, sleep education, school start times, adolescent health, sleep hygiene, educational policies, student well-being, cognitive function, sleep patterns, mental health, school attendance, learAbstract
The study examines how sleep deprivation affects the academic performance of Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences students at Immaculada Concepcion College, emphasizing the necessity of sufficient rest for optimal educational success. Quantitative research is a method that involves measuring variables using a numerical system. It analyzes these measurements with various statistical models to report on the relationships and associations among the variables studied. Examples of these variables include test scores or reaction time measurements. The primary goal of collecting this quantitative data is to understand, describe, and predict the characteristics of a phenomenon, often through the development of models and theories. Common techniques in quantitative research include experiments and surveys. The study investigates the effects of sleep deprivation on Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences students at Immaculada Concepcion College. The results indicate a negative correlation between insufficient sleep and academic performance. Specifically, students who sleep for less than six hours per night tend to have lower grades and experience higher levels of stress. Addressing sleep deprivation among students is crucial for enhancing their academic performance and overall well-being. Implementing educational initiatives, supportive policies, and providing resources can significantly mitigate the adverse effects of insufficient sleep.
Educational Initiatives: Integrating sleep education into the curriculum can raise awareness about the importance of adequate rest. Studies have shown that after brief training, teachers can effectively deliver sleep education during classes, leading to improved sleep practices among students.
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Supportive Policies: Adjusting school start times to align with adolescents' natural sleep patterns can have a profound impact. Research indicates that later start times are associated with increased sleep duration, better academic performance, and improved attendance.
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Resources and Interventions: Providing access to online sleep education programs and workshops can equip students with strategies to improve their sleep habits. For instance, programs like "Refresh: Cornell's Sleep Program" offer students skills and strategies to enhance their sleep quality, thereby positively influencing their academic success.
By prioritizing sleep health through these measures, educational institutions can foster environments that support both the academic and personal development of their students.
