PrintSleeping and Dealing with Stress
I know many of you are all too familiar with the sleeplessness that comes with a new baby...even if you haven't experienced parenthood, I'm sure you've got some great examples of silly things you did or events you've forgotten because of lack of sleep. I hear many people say that days/weeks/months/years were a blur, that they don't remember much about times when they were sleep-deprived. That's because your brain needs sleep to function properly! Sleep is more instrumental than you may realize! Not getting enough sleep can cause a plethora of side effects...eating unhealthy, forgetfulness, not to mention lack of attention and who needs that when they're trying to earn a degree?!
Sleeping
Check out the Learning Scientist's podcast on Sleep, Learning, and Self Care for some good info on why sleep and self-care affect your ability to learn!
Dealing with Stress
Have you ever heard someone say that they're hangry? It's a real thing folks, just ask my husband. When I get snippy, the very first thing he asks is "when was the last time you ate something?" I can't focus when I'm hungry. And, it's so easy to eat poorly when I'm stressed or tired. Tiredness, stress and hunger...sounds like a trifecta for mass failure, doesn't it? Be aware and do your best to head these issues off at the pass. Set yourself up for success! You might not be able to control the amount of stress that comes in and out of your life, but you can definitely take control of your eating and sleeping habits!
Here's some additional reading on the topics, if you'd like to know more:
It's Hard to Study if You're Hungry by Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab
Record Numbers of College Students Are Seeking Treatment for Depression and Anxiety - But Schools Can't Keep Up by Katie Reilly
Theories of work-related stress by Dr. Sally Pezaro
Effect's of stress on college students' eating habits by Olivia Shackleton