The Importance of Sleep for Children
Brown said that sleep plays a critical role in a child’s overall health and development.
“When you’re in deep sleep, that’s when you grow the best,” he said. “In fact, you actually grow more during your sleep than when you’re awake.”
Brown said that in addition to physical growth, adequate sleep enhances attention span, mood, and overall classroom performance.
He said many teachers can trace behavioral and academic issues back to a lack of sleep.
Reestablishing a Sleep Routine
Brown said parents should start adjusting sleep schedules immediately to prepare children for the upcoming school year.
“You need to start tonight,” he said to emphasize the importance of reintroducing a consistent bedtime and wake-up time before school begins.
He said even though school starts next week, beginning the routine adjustment now will help ease the transition.
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