Worksite Wellness Funding provided by Delta Regional Authority Worksite Wellness Challenge Grant

 Participants will be able to explain why sleep is important to health.  Participants will demonstrate knowledge by identifying signs that they may not be getting enough sleep.  Participants will have the skill of formulating a plan for getting an average of 7-9 hours of sleep per night.

 How much sleep do you need?  What does sleep do for your health?  Not getting enough sleep can cause_________, __________, & _______  Not getting enough sleep can shorten your lifespan? Yes/No

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 Sleep regulates release of important hormones  Sleep slows the aging process  Sleep boosts the immune system  Sleep improves brain function  Sleep reduces cortisol levels

 Go to bed at the same time each night.  Wake up at the same time each morning.  Moderate physical activity may help promote sleep, but avoid vigorous exercise in the few hours before going to bed.  Avoid large meals before bedtime.  Avoid caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime.  Avoid nicotine.  Your bedroom should be a quiet, dark, and relaxing environment, that is neither too hot nor too cold.  Remove all TVs, computers, and other “gadgets” from the bedroom.  Your bed should be comfortable and used only for sleeping and not for other activities, such as reading, watching TV, or listening to music.

 Practice good sleep hygiene.  Consult your physician to discuss any of the  problems above.  Keep a sleep diary to discuss with your physician or sleep specialist.  For more information, go to

 Personal Plan for Getting 7-9 Hours ______ Number Of Hours of Sleep per Night  List of things that I will do to help me have healthy sleep habits:  _________________________________________  __________________________________________