Sleepless in Nebraska – Sleep Wellness Class facilitated by the Nebraska Extension Office

About this event

Registration for this class is required-click here. Sleep rules every moment of our lives, yet it is overlooked and underutilized as an aspect of health in American lives. Both adults and children are sleeping far below the recommended hours. A staggering 73.7% of Nebraska high school students report getting less than 8 hours of sleep each night while 31.1% of Nebraska adults are getting less than 7 hours! Get ready to sleep better tonight with Sleepless in Nebraska. Participants of this program will: Understand the stages of sleep cycles and what occurs throughout the body and mind during each stage. Recognize the detrimental effects of inadequate sleep on overall health, safety, and well-being. Identify daily habits and environmental factors that interfere with a good night’s sleep. Learn about the correlation between sleep deprivation and chronic disease. Discover practical tips and tricks to personalize their own routine for better sleep.