How Come Your Child is so Tired in the Morning?

Summary of what is keeping your kids up at night? Turning off electronics helps everyone sleep better. By Stony Brook University.

According to Stony Brook University, Nearly 3 out of 4 (72%) kids aged 6 though 17 years old acquire an electronic hand held device in their bedroom while they sleep. Dr. Jill Creighton, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital says “ the key to a successful school year starts with Z’s.” Study shows the burst of the light from a hand held device can disrupt the ability to fall asleep, most importantly, stay asleep. Even checking the time on your cell phone can damage your sleep cycle. “A regular alarm clock is best, ” says Dr. Creighton. Parents should establish a nighttime routine for the young ones. Such as, taking a bath and then reading a book. Furthermore, one hour before bed put away all electronics. If your child is addicted to technology, try to cut down on recreational electronic time each week until you reach your goal. At the most, adolescents should be allowed 60 minutes of recreational screen time a day. Remember, for every 30 minutes of screen time, kids should get 30 minutes of physical activity. (Stony Brook University, 2014).

In my perspective, sleep time does change with age, but teenagers should be allowed to go to sleep whenever they wish, but at an appropriate time. Personally, I go to sleep late most of the time (12 am) because of homework, sports, etc. Fortunately, 90% of the time I am not tired when I wake up. My body is used to it now. On the other hand, I agree that younger kids should go to sleep earlier and have a nightly routine because it relaxes their body. Sleeping does help with the development of the body. I agree with the main points Dr. Creighton stated. Electronics can be distracting when it comes to going to sleep at night.

Creighton, J., Dr. (2014, September 4). What is keeping your kids up at night? Turning off electronics helps everyone sleep better. Retrieved September 12, 2014, from Science Daily website: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/
2014/09/140904183554.htm