Parenting Tips: Sleep is essential for the health of people. A section of doctors says that one must sleep for 7 to 8 hours. People who sleep less than 6 hours every day have mental problems. Such people become victims of depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses. Usually the problem of sleep is seen in elders. But have you ever thought that the effect of lack of sleep is seen more on the health of children as well. Lack of sleep also adversely affects the health of children. Recently a study was done regarding this. Many surprising facts have come to the fore in the study.
Study done on 100 children of New Zealand
A study was published in Jama Network Open. In this study was done on children aged 8 to 12 years living in New Zealand. The sleep of all these children was monitored. The researchers observed that for one week the children went to bed an hour earlier than usual and for another week they slept an hour later. Disturbances in children’s sleep were also noticed.
39 minutes spoiled the game
What was seen in the study. Researchers were also going to note it. People who slept regularly, who slept for 8 to 11 hours. His health was better. At the same time, those who were getting 39 minutes less sleep every day. After a week’s evaluation, it was revealed that such children started having health problems. He was unable to focus. Living in a state of fatigue.
the kids said
Other aspects were also included in the study. It was also asked how their behavior is with parents and other peers. What is his attitude towards school? The children were asked that the children study completely. Are you physically fit or not, do you have energy left after spending time at school to spend time with friends and family? Many children answered not being able to.
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