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[Sleep and academic performance in university students: a systematic review]
M Suardiaz-Muro1, M Morante-Ruiz2, M Ortega-Moreno3
1Fundación Instituto San José, Madrid, España.
Revista De Neurologia
|July 7, 2020
Summary
University students experiencing poor sleep, including issues with regularity, quantity, and quality, often see a negative impact on their academic performance. This review highlights the connection between sleep health and student success.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Science
- Educational Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- University students frequently face sleep disturbances affecting academic outcomes.
- These issues stem from developmental, psychosocial, and academic pressures.
- The link between sleep and academic performance in students is a growing research area.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review existing literature on the relationship between sleep and academic performance in university students.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted on PubMed, adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
- Included studies focused on individuals aged 18-26, published in English or Spanish (2000-2019).
- Article quality was assessed using the STROBE standard.
Main Results:
- Thirty studies were analyzed, categorizing findings by sleep aspects: drowsiness, duration, sleep deprivation, quality, chronotype, regularity, and disorders.
- Inadequate sleep was consistently associated with poorer academic performance.
Conclusions:
- Poor sleep negatively impacts university students' academic performance.
- Addressing sleep issues is crucial for improving student academic success.
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