Teen Sleep Quiz

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    During sleep, your brain is inactive

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Sleep is food for the brain. You can look bad, you may feel moody, and you may perform poorly. Sleepiness can make it hard to get along with your family and friends and hurt your scores on school exams, on the court and on the field. Take this TRUE or FALSE quiz to see how much you know about sleep.

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  • 2. 

    After being awake for 20 hours, you can be just as impaired as a drunk driver.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Studies of people who were awake for 20 hours showed a decline in both performance and response rates on the road similar to those who have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) equivalent to being legally drunk (0.08%). Drowsy drivers put themselves and others in harm’s way.

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  • 3. 

    You can learn to function normally with two or three hours less sleep than your body actually needs per night.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    You can “get by” on less sleep, but you cannot train your body to need less sleep. Sleep is a biological need that is genetically determined. While most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep, teens need 8 ½ -9 ½ hours to function at their best, with the use of caffeine or other stimulants.

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  • 4. 

    Although you may not get enough sleep during the week, you can catch up on your sleep on weekends and still get the sleep you need

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Although you can make up for some sleep during the weekend, it can be difficult to “pay back” when the sleep debt becomes too large. Making up for sleep loss on weekends by sleeping in later can alter your weekly sleep schedule since sleeping in late on Sunday morning means that you may not be sleep until later on Sunday night. Then, you will have to get up early again to get to school on time on Monday morning.

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  • 5. 

    Most teenagers need at least 9-11 hours of sleep each night for optimal health and well-being.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    While sleep is crucial for teenagers, the actual amount needed is slightly less than stated. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that teenagers aged 14-17 years old get 8-10 hours of sleep per night. Adequate sleep supports physical growth, cognitive function, and emotional regulation during this critical developmental period. Factors like school schedules, social activities, and technology use can often interfere with teens getting the sleep they need.

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  • 6. 

    Resting in bed with your eyes closed will not satisfy your body’s need for sleep.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Sleep is an active and restorative process that requires time in order for you to experience the deeper stages of sleep, when important hormones are released and other essential biological processes occur. When you don’t get enough sleep, your body builds up a sleep debt.

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  • 7. 

    Snoring is not harmful as long as it does not disturb others or wake you up.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Snoring may be harmless for many people, but it may also indicate the presence of a life-threatening sleep and breathing disorder called sleep apnea. In some cases, it may be due to problems with tonsils or the physical structure around the mouth, throat and neck. If snoring occurs on a regular basis and it is loud, it is important to talk to your doctor.

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  • 8. 

    Most people do not know when they are sleepy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Most people do not know when they are sleepy. Researchers have asked thousands of people over the years if they are sleepy, only to be told no—just before the individual fell asleep. If you are sleepy enough you can fall asleep anywhere—even while driving.

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  • 9. 

    Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden attacks of sleep.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to control sleep-wake cycles. People with 1 narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness, 2 often accompanied by sudden, uncontrollable sleep attacks. They may also experience other symptoms, such as cataplexy (sudden loss of muscle control), sleep paralysis, and hallucinations.

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  • 10. 

    Teenagers need less sleep than adults due to hormonal changes during puberty.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    While hormonal shifts during puberty can affect sleep patterns, teenagers actually need more sleep than adults, typically around 8-10 hours per night. This is crucial for their physical development, cognitive function, and emotional well-being.

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  • 11. 

    Sleep deprivation can impair judgment and decision-making. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Studies have shown that lack of sleep can significantly impair cognitive function, including judgment, reaction time, and decision-making abilities. These impairments can be comparable to the effects of alcohol intoxication, highlighting the importance of adequate sleep for safety and optimal cognitive performance.

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  • 12. 

    Boredom makes you feel sleepy, even if you have had enough sleep.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Boredom, heavy meals and long drive do not cause sleepiness; they only unmask existing sleep deprivation that can accumulate over time. Also, the biological clock in your brain makes you sleepier at night and in the mid-afternoon.

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