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Kirsten K Roessler1, Sidsel Grove1
1Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark.
Abstract:
Sleep problems in adolescence have both somatic and psychological consequences for health. Most adolescents spend a considerable amount of time in school, but there is little published research on how the school environment affects adolescent health and well-being. This commentary explores whether using a nap room in the middle of the school day can reduce perceived stress and fatigue in high school students and improve their sleep quality. We show that a short nap of 10 minutes can prevent stress-related problems. A method of improving adolescent health might be the reorganization of the school environment.
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