American Academy of Sleep Medicine organizes student sleep seek

DARIEN - To highlight the importance of healthy sleep for students, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine will hold the first Student Sleep Health Week Sept. 14-20.

One of the best ways students can prepare for success this school year is to commit to getting the healthy sleep they need to learn, function and grow, the academy said. Yet more than half of parents (57%) with school-age children say they have a child or teen who does not get enough sleep on school nights, according to a July 2020 survey conducted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

"No matter where classes are held this school year - whether in-person, online or in a hybrid format - it's important that students maintain a consistent sleep schedule to excel in both their studies and extracurricular activities," said AASM President Dr. Kannan Ramar. "As many parents and caregivers try to create a routine for their kids, incorporating the right amount of healthy sleep is an important component. The back-to-school transition is an ideal time for families to get back on track."

For information about Student Sleep Health Week and advice on the topic, visit sleepeducation.org/student-sleep-health-week.