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Research: Sleep and mental wellbeing

Sleep plays an important role in the mental wellbeing of young people. This article outlines some influences on sleep and sleep problems. It also provides recommendations to improve sleep.

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Keywords

sleep , insomnia , wellbeing , health , mental health , sleep hygiene , relaxation

Categories

Audience Educators , Parents
School level Year 5 - Year 6 , Year 7 - Year 9 , Year 10 - Year 12
Learning areas Health and Physical Education
General capabilities Personal and Social Capability

Details

Published by VicHealth
© Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth). Free-for-education material.

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