1. Sleep Deprivation What happens when we do not get the amount of sleep we need? Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

2. What are some things that can make it hard to sleep/stay asleep? Caffeine Long naps ▪ No longer than 20 min ▪ Not after 5pm Busy schedule Distracting bedroom Bright lights ▪ Include electronics and TV Stimulating activities Weather Allergies Asthma Being sick Pain Medicines/drugs Stress Loud family members Pets Scary movies Excitement Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

3. Learning Harder to pay attention A decrease in verbal activity and communication Impaired creative thinking Harder to solve problems Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

4. Social interaction Trouble making decisions involving unexpected events. A decrease in overall motivation Impaired memory Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

5. Athletic performance Impaired coordination Blurred vision Slower reaction times Reduced performance Can not put forth effort for long periods of time. Tire easily Diminished mental function Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

6. Health More acne-prone Impaired immune system Hormone imbalances = weight gain Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012

7. Mood More aggressive Irritable Angered easily Increased risk for depression Created by Nicole Thompson, Health educator, April 2012