Sleep your way to better grades.

ZZZ Tip #131: A good night’s sleep will help you do your best!

• Catching your ZZZ’s is essential to help retain what you study and to keep you mentally sharp during exams. Depriving yourself of shut-eye impairs your memory, concentration, reaction time, and ability to process information. Avoid pulling all-nighters for exams and papers – a good night’s sleep will help you stay ahead of the curve.

Did you know that Alice! has a website dedicated to sleep? The A!sleep website provides you with the opportunity to take a free on-line sleep assessment which offers both tips on healthy sleep habits and instant personalized feedback on your sleep behaviors. The website includes:

• a sleep diary to assist you in managing your sleep routines or identifying daily activities that may be impacting your sleep,
• a series of ZzzCards, electronic postcards with various tips on how to maintain healthy sleep behavior,
• general sleep information, and
• on and off campus resources.

Helpful Resources
Alice! Health Promotion Program
Health Services at Columbia

Related Q&As from Go Ask Alice!
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Sweet dreams,

Alice!

Alice! Health Promotion Program
108 Wien Hall
alice@columbia.edu