Young Men's HealthEveryone has trouble sleeping once in a while. However, for some people having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep is more common, to the point where it affects their normal … read more
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Sleep
Between homework, sports, other activities, and having a social life, many teens don’t get enough sleep. Sleep is very important and can affect your health. Why is sleep important? Your … read more
Tips for Staying Healthy
Get enough sleep (9 hours a night is best) If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, avoid looking at screens (tv, phone, computer) at least two hours before … read more
What should I do if I want to work out, but I’m really tired?
Try to exercise even if you feel tired. Listening to music can help motivate you! When you exercise, you usually sleep better at night and will have more energy later. … read more
Sometimes my body shakes when I’m falling asleep, and it kind of feels like I’m falling. What is that?
What you’re feeling is called a “sleep start” – or technically, “benign hypnic myoclonus”. This is an involuntary muscle twitch that usually occurs in the lightest stage of sleep – … read more
Can lack of sleep affect your memory?
Yes. According to researchers, sleep is necessary to learn new things and remember the experiences you’ve had. Without sleep, the ability to retain or remember things can drop by 40%. … read more