So many kids go to school with so little sleep they can’t seem to function. Leading to low grades and annoyed teachers. Even teenagers who get eight hours of sleep still feel exhausted and they don’t know why. That’s what I am here to tell you, the best sleeping habits to ensure the most fulfilling amount of sleep.

The most important thing about sleep is how much you get. The average teenager needs 8 to 10 hours of sleep per day. “Sleep is as important for good health as diet and exercise. Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health. Not getting enough quality sleep regularly raises the risk of many diseases and disorders. These range from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia,” News in Health said.¹ Of course getting enough sleep is not as easy said as done. The most common sleep disorder is Insomnia. “Women are more likely to have insomnia than men. Possible risk factors may include: shift workers, who don't have consistent sleep schedules, changes in sleep patterns and health with older age, people who have a history of depression, people who don't get much physical activity,” John Hopkins Medical said.²

Not only is how much sleep you get important but also the quality of the sleep. There are some easy things you can do to get a higher quality of sleep, such as adjusting the room temperature and the position you sleep in. “Tonight, before you head to bed, check your thermostat. Set it somewhere between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. People sleep better in that temperature range,” Web MD said.³ Having a mattress that reflects heat can also stop you from getting the best sleep you can. The position you sleep in can also affect your quality of sleep. “There's a host of evidence overall suggesting that probably sleeping on the side is better," says Dr. Virend Somers, a cardiologist and director of the sleep facility within Mayo Clinic's Center for Clinical and Translational Science. Side sleeping helps prevent the airway from collapsing and can reduce snoring. "And so, all in all, sleeping on the side — perhaps with their head slightly elevated as long as that's comfortable — is a good way to sleep," says Dr. Krahn.” Mayo Clinic Minute stated.⁴

When preparing to go to sleep, it is best to put away phones and electronics at least an hour before. It will also benefit you to sleep in a colder temperature and go to sleep at a consistent time.