1. Tired of Being Tired

2. Waste of Time?

4. -20% 1,5 hours less

5. Sleepy during the day

6. Over 100.000 car crashes yearly!

7. Spring time change Fall time change Fall time change

8. Hours of sleep Sleep of Teenagers 8-9 hrs 1925 7 hrs Today

10. Why is sleep necessary?

12. Accumulation of Sleep Loss 1 hour/day 7 hours/week 1 entire night 1 hour/day 7 hours/week 1 entire night

13. Effects of Sleep Debt

14. Decreased endurance

15. Weakened immune system Weakened immune system

16. Decreased Mental Efficiency General slowing of mental processes Difficulty in concentrating General slowing of mental processes Difficulty in concentrating

18. Short-term memory is most affected Short-term memory is most affected

19. Even our moods are affected Even our moods are affected

20. Irritability increases significantly Irritability increases significantly

23. Like an airplane on autopilot

26. Highest Mental Functions Compromised Learning Reasoning Safety Efficiency Communication skills Relationships Learning Reasoning Safety Efficiency Communication skills Relationships

27. Television and internet surfing Entertainment and sports Overwork and night-shift work Stress and anxiety Noisy environments Use of medications Sedentary lifestyle Causes of Sleep Debt

28. Examine priorities Examine priorities

29. Excess stimulation

30. Is there a spiritual impact from sleep loss?

31. Right or wrong?

32. Sleep deprivation and brainwashing Sleep deprivation and brainwashing

34. How much sleep do we need?

36. Suggestions for Staying Rested

37. Regular hours

38. Daily exercise

39. Eat a healthful diet Eat a healthful diet

40. Weekly rest and recreation Weekly rest and recreation

41. Avoid alcohol and stimulants

42. Dark, quiet room

43. Take a 15-30 minute nap Take a 15-30 minute nap

44. Solve problems before bedtime Solve problems before bedtime

45. Trust in God

46. “When you lie down, you will not be afraid; Yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet.” Proverbs 3:24