Wellbeing
Vermont Secondary School
Sleep
Teens these days seem to be going to bed later and later. Distractions such as TV, computer games, internet, texting friends and social media are all having a negative impact on a teenagers’ sleep time. Sleep is vital to a teen’s wellbeing. When they sleep well, they are more settled, happier and ready for school the next day. Sleep also strengthens their immune systems, supports overall development and their ability to function properly on a daily basis. Adolescents who do not get enough sleep show increased levels of aggressive behaviour, are less attentive and are much less active. Trying to catch up on sleep on weekends is not the answer and can still lead to severe sleep deprivation. Recent studies have shown than many children, especially teenagers, are missing out on vital REM sleep, which is particularly important for memory and learning.
Sourced from “School TV”- https://vermontsc.vic.schooltv.me/
Further articles and videos can be found at-
https://vermontsc.vic.schooltv.me/newsletter-resource/6623/57
https://vermontsc.vic.schooltv.me/newsletter-resource/6624/57
https://vermontsc.vic.schooltv.me/newsletter-article/7250/57
Podcasts
A decent podcast I have been listening to this week is Fusterclux. Fusterclux guides parents with anxious young people on how to best support them and is well worth a listen, particularly if you are finding your anxiety is being activated when thinking about your children.
Please see the attached link for a range of resources around anxiety, including the Fusterclux podcast