Do you think you get a sufficient amount of quality sleep? Do you think you get more or less than the average college student? Answer each of the following 13 questions to find out!
1. I take daytime naps lasting two or more hours.
2. I go to bed at different times from day to day.
3. I get out of bed at different times from day to day.
4. I exercise to the point of sweating within one hour of going to bed.
5. I stay in bed longer than I should two or three times per week.
6. I use alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine within four hours of going to bed or after going to bed.
7. I do something that may wake me up before bedtime, such as play video games, use the internet, or clean.
8. I go to bed feeling stressed, angry, upset, or nervous.
9. I use my bed for things other than sleeping or sex, such as watching television, reading, eating, or studying.
10. I sleep on an uncomfortable bed (for example, poor mattress or pillow, too much or not enough blankets).
11. I sleep in an uncomfortable bedroom (for example, too bright, too stuffy, too hot, too cold, or too noisy).
12. I do important work before bedtime, such as paying bills, scheduling, or studying.
13. I think, plan, or worry when I am in bed.
Your score is (out of a possible 65 points).
The lower your score, the better your sleep hygiene. The average score from a sample of 603 college students is 34.66. Your sleep hygiene is better than of your peers.
Challenge yourself to change a behavior or two and see if you can shave off a few points by the end of the semester. Looking back over the questions, do you see any items you can work on? Perhaps avoiding using the Internet before bed?
Your score is (out of a possible 65 points).
The lower your score, the better your sleep hygiene. The average score from a sample of 603 college students is 34.66. Your sleep hygiene is better than your peers. But there’s always room for improvement.
Challenge yourself to change a behavior or two and see if you can shave off a few points by the end of the semester. Looking back over the questions, do you see any items you can work on? Perhaps avoiding using the Internet before bed?