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Q: It's passed 3 AM, I'm really stressed out over my classes and can't fall asleep. I've been up all nightworking on this stupid assignment (I'm a senior in college)-- I'm too burned out to keep working on it, but I'm too awake to just go to sleep and work on it tomorrow (the actual deadline, holy crap...but I'm going to turn it in a day late). I procrastinated a bit much, and am now paying the price. Excuse the rambling, I'm burned out and can hardly think straight... BUT-
what do you do in similar situations where you're way too burned out from studying, but still can't go to bed? Any tips on relaxing and just going to sleep? Oh, i know the whole Time Management thing, and getting things done on time before they stress you out too much. But besides that (since it's too late now)..any other ideas?
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-Sleep plays a significant role in brain development. Sleep helps maintaining normal levels of cognitive skills such as speech, memory, innovative and flexible thinking.
-Lack of sleep has serious effects on our brain's ability to function. If you've ever pulled an all-nighter, you'll be familiar with the following after-effects: grumpiness, grogginess, irritability and forgetfulness. After just one night without sleep, concentration becomes more difficult and attention span shortens considerable.
-With continued lack of sufficient sleep, the part of the brain that controls language, memory, planning and sense of time is severely affected, practically shutting down!!
So, how do we sleep better?
* Exercise regularly. However, try to avoid exercising just before bedtime because that
may actually make it harder to go to sleep.
* Finish big meals at least three hours before going to bed
* Don't use your bedroom for other activities such as studying, working, or watching T.V.
* Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine in the late afternoon and evening.
* Create a bedroom environment that is comfortable for sleeping and keep it cool, dark, and free of noise.
* Read a relaxing book or listen to soothing music before getting into bed.
* If stressful thoughts or problems are weighing on your mind, write them down so you can put them aside for the night.
* Take a warm bath.
hope i helped. and get some sleep =]
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Thanks so much! Your advice is really helpful
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My name is Jessica ; i have brown hair, but i died it reddish ; I love my friends: ; my best friend is hailey mattson, idk what i would do without her. ; i love pink & green & black ; I love Hanging out with friends & Shopping ; i make mistakes. ; i have regrets. ; i hate being alone. ; i can't go a day without spilling something on myself. ; i hate school. ; i never call anyone back. ; i don't like being wrong. ; im a huge procrastinator. ; i act a lot smarter than i actually am. ; i hate being ignored. ; i cry. ; im shy. ; i can't start a conversation with anyone. ; i have enemies. ; i can't sing, but i try anyways ; i'm horribly uncoordinated. ; i laugh way too loud. ; i can't look anyone in the eye. ; many things just seem to get to me. ; i get annoyed easily. ; i'm not even close to perfect. ; i cut. ; i dont know how to deal with problems. ; i have low self esteem. ; i've been in two mental hospitals. ; i love the movies not like everyone else , augusta gone , && odd girl out. ; i'm such a sucker for lifetime movies ; i like the religion wicca.
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Website: Gender: Female Location: Hanover Occupation: being a kid Age: 13 AIM: Member Since: July 10, 2006 Answers: 101 Last Update: June 8, 2007 Visitors: 9101
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