Sleep Tips For College Students

Sleep hygiene is more important than avoiding those annoying eye bags. Chronic sleep loss can cause weight gain, irritability, hypertension, and safety concerns. Driving while sleep deprived has also been similarly compared to drunk driving. As a reminder, consistent use of the University Counseling Center’s biofeedback program can also help improve physiological symptoms related to sleep.

Try these simple tips to improve your sleep:

• Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine at least four hours before bedtime
• Establish a soothing pre-sleep routine (e.g., take a bath or yoga)
• Keep a consistent sleep schedule with at least six hours straight of rest
• Use natural light to keep your internal clock on a healthy sleep-wake cycle

Check out these resources for more information:

o Biofeedback offered through the University Counseling Center: https://counseling.fsu.edu/students/wellness/relaxation-tips

o Better Sleep : https://bettersleep.org/