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Determinants of sleep behavior in adolescents: A pilot study
Reut Gruber1, Gail Somerville2, Soukaina Paquin3
1Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, 6875 Boulevard LaSalle, Perry Pavilion, E-410, 1, Montréal, QC, Canada H4H 1R3.
Sleep Health
|May 21, 2017
Summary
Adolescents recognize sleep benefits but struggle with sleep deprivation due to emotions and electronic device use. Interventions should address emotional regulation and device habits to improve adolescent sleep health.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Sleep Science
- Behavioral Psychology
Background:
- Sleep is crucial for adolescent development and well-being.
- Understanding sleep behavior determinants in adolescents is vital for targeted interventions.
- Socioeconomic status may influence adolescent sleep patterns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify determinants of sleep behavior in middle to high socioeconomic status adolescents.
- To explore factors influencing sleep patterns and habits in teenagers.
Main Methods:
- Semi-structured interviews based on the theory of planned behavior with 18 adolescents (mean age 14.9 years).
- Audio-recorded, transcribed interviews, supplemented by surveys and actigraphy for sleep duration measurement.
- Qualitative analysis of interview data to identify themes related to sleep behavior.
Main Results:
- Adolescents acknowledged benefits of healthy sleep and numerous negative consequences of sleep deprivation.
- Emotional regulation and electronic device use at bedtime emerged as significant barriers and facilitators.
- Intention to improve sleep habits was present, but specific behavioral changes, like reducing screen time, were limited.
Conclusions:
- Sleep promotion programs for adolescents should incorporate strategies for emotional regulation and address beliefs about electronic device use.
- Educating adolescents on the long-term impact of sleep health is crucial.
- Interventions need to consider the complex interplay of psychological, social, and behavioral factors influencing adolescent sleep.
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