{"id":17755,"date":"2025-06-12T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/?p=17755"},"modified":"2025-06-12T00:37:05","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T07:37:05","slug":"why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Why REM Sleep Might Be the Missing Link in Student Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"425\" data-attachment-id=\"17985\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/2-rem-sleep-link-in-student-success-blog-cover\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?fit=3600%2C1890&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3600,1890\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"2 REM Sleep Link in Student Success blog cover\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?fit=809%2C425&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=809%2C425&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"REM Sleep Might Be the Missing Link in Student Success\" class=\"wp-image-17985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=1024%2C538&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=768%2C403&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=1536%2C806&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=2048%2C1075&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=1200%2C630&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=810%2C425&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=1140%2C599&amp;ssl=1 1140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?resize=571%2C300&amp;ssl=1 571w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?w=1618&amp;ssl=1 1618w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-cover.png?w=2427&amp;ssl=1 2427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">When deadlines are fast-approaching, exams are right around the corner, or Netflix drops a new season of an anticipated show, sleep is the first thing we sacrifice. Whether you&#8217;re a student burning the midnight oil or a teacher pushing through grading marathons, sleep often becomes the first to go. But the thing is, if you were training for a marathon, you&#8217;d never skip recovery days. If you hit the gym, you&#8217;d know that rest is part of muscle growth. So why don\u2019t we treat our brains the same way? Learning is mental training. Let\u2019s see how and why REM sleep might be the missing link in student success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\" data-htoc-scrollspy=\"false\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-the-science-of-sleep-what-happens-when-we-doze-off\">The Science of Sleep: What Happens When We Doze Off?<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-how-much-sleep-should-you-be-getting\">How much sleep should you be getting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-does-this-mean-for-students-if-you-re\">What does this mean for students? <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-learning-how-to-sleep-better\">Learning How to Sleep Better<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-a-move-step-outside-and-soak-up-some-sunlight\">a. Move, Step Outside, and Soak Up Some Sunlight<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-b-stick-to-a-sleep-schedule\">b. Stick to a Sleep Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-c-power-down-electronics\">c. Power Down Electronics<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-d-optimize-your-sleep-environment\">d.\u00a0Optimize Your Sleep Environment<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-e-watch-your-stimulants\">e.\u00a0Watch Your Stimulants<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-f-wind-down-your-mind\">f. Wind Down Your Mind<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-happens-when-you-get-enough-sleep\">What Happens When You Get Enough Sleep?<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-boost-rem-sleep-and-set-yourself-up-for-success\">Boost REM Sleep and Set Yourself Up for Success<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-1-memory-consolidation\">1. Memory Consolidation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-2-faster-problem-solving-amp-creativity\">2. Faster Problem Solving &amp; Creativity<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-3-emotional-regulation\">3. Emotional Regulation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-4-better-focus-amp-attention\">4. Better Focus &amp; Attention<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-do-naps-count\">Do Naps Count?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-reflecting-and-strategizing-your-sleep\">Reflecting and Strategizing Your Sleep<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-final-thoughts-rem-sleep-is-not-optional-for-success\">REM Sleep Is Not Optional for Success<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-the-science-of-sleep-what-happens-when-we-doze-off\"><strong>The Science of Sleep: What Happens When We Doze Off?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Back before the 1950s, most people believed sleep was just when the brain and body were dormant, or in other words, \u201cshutting down\u201d for the day. Researchers<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/wellness-and-prevention\/the-science-of-sleep-understanding-what-happens-when-you-sleep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> studying the science of sleep<\/a> later discovered that the brain stays active during sleep. It is then carrying out important functions that directly affect your health, focus, mood, and overall quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Sleep is a cycle of stages, each stage with a unique purpose. Throughout your sleeping time, you will repeatedly go through <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/body\/12148-sleep-basics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">two different types of sleep<\/a>. REM (rapid-eye movement) sleep and non-REM sleep.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"485\" data-attachment-id=\"17968\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/1-rem-sleep-link-in-student-success-blog\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=3000%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3000,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1 &amp;#8211; REM Sleep Link in Student Success blog\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=809%2C485&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=809%2C485&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Different stages of sleep\" class=\"wp-image-17968\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.666150127068741;width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1024%2C614&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=300%2C180&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=768%2C461&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1536%2C922&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=2048%2C1229&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1200%2C720&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=810%2C486&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1140%2C684&amp;ssl=1 1140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=500%2C300&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=1618&amp;ssl=1 1618w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=2427&amp;ssl=1 2427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-stage-1-from-being-awake-and-falling-asleepthis-is-the-transition-from-wakefulness-to-sleep-you-re-still-easy-to-wake-up-and-your-brain-activity-starts-to-slow\"><strong>Stage 1: From being awake and falling asleep<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This is the transition from wakefulness to sleep. You\u2019re still easy to wake up, and your brain activity starts to slow.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-stage-2-light-sleepthis-is-where-your-heart-rate-and-breathing-are-regulated-and-your-body-temperature-drops-your-brain-begins-organizing-memories-which-is-crucial-for-learning\"><strong>Stage 2: Light Sleep<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This is where your heart rate and breathing are regulated, and your body temperature drops. Your brain begins organizing memories, which is crucial for learning.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-stage-3-deep-sleep-this-is-restorative-sleep-the-body-repairs-muscles-and-tissues-boosts-immune-function-and-recharges-energy\"><strong>Stage 3: Deep Sleep <\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>This is restorative sleep. The body repairs muscles and tissues, boosts immune function, and recharges energy.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-stage-4-rem-sleep-rapid-eye-movement-the-name-suggests-what-your-body-does-at-this-stage-as-you-transition-into-rem-sleep-your-eyes-move-rapidly-behind-closed-lids-here-s-where-the-magic-happens-your-brain-becomes-highly-active-dreams-occur-and-most-importantly-learning-is-consolidated-at-this-stage-your-brain-waves-are-similar-to-when-you-were-awake-during-the-heightened-brain-activity-of-rem-sleep-you-process-and-consolidate-new-information-you-ve-learned-when-you-first-acquire-new-memories-they-re-flimsy-and-easily-forgotten-your-brain-needs-to-process-them-to-make-them-stick\"><strong>Stage 4: REM Sleep (Rapid Eye Movement)<\/strong><br>The name suggests what your body does at this stage. As you transition into REM sleep, your eyes move rapidly behind closed lids. Here\u2019s where the \u201cmagic\u201d happens. Your brain becomes highly active, dreams occur, and most importantly, learning is consolidated. At this stage, your brain waves are similar to when you were awake. During the heightened <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/sleep-stages-and-memory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brain activity of REM sleep<\/a>, you process and consolidate new information you&#8217;ve learned. When you first acquire new memories, they&#8217;re flimsy and easily forgotten. Your brain needs to process them to make them stick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-how-much-sleep-should-you-be-getting\"><strong>How much sleep should you be getting?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Teenagers (14\u201317 years)<\/strong>: 8\u201310 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Young adults (18\u201325 years)<\/strong>: 7\u20139 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Adults (26+)<\/strong>: 7\u20139 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thensf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Sleep Foundation<\/a>, they looked at how sleep connects to \u201cflourishing\u201d and correlates to being happy, productive, reaching your goals, and having strong relationships. (A.K.A. living your best life.) And guess what? People who sleep well are way more likely to be thriving in all of these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thensf.org\/connection-between-sleep-health-and-flourishing-in-life\/\">what they found<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-almost-9-out-of-10-people-who-are-satisfied-with-their-sleep-say-they-re-doing-great-in-life\"><strong>Almost 9 out of 10 people<\/strong> who are satisfied with their sleep say they\u2019re doing great in life.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-less-than-half-of-the-people-with-poor-sleep-feel-the-same\"><strong>Less than half<\/strong> of the people with poor sleep feel the same.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-getting-the-recommended-7-9-hours-of-sleep-makes-you-much-more-likely-to-feel-good-be-productive-and-stay-focused\">Getting the recommended <strong>7\u20139 hours of sleep<\/strong> makes you much more likely to feel good, be productive, and stay focused.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor sleep affects <em>everything<\/em>:<br>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-you-re-4x-more-likely-to-feel-unhappy\">You&#8217;re <strong>4x more likely<\/strong> to feel unhappy.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-you-re-2-5x-more-likely-to-struggle-with-school-or-work\">You&#8217;re <strong>2.5x more likely<\/strong> to struggle with school or work.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-you-re-3x-more-likely-to-fall-short-on-your-goals\">You&#8217;re <strong>3x more likely<\/strong> to fall short on your goals.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-you-re-2x-more-likely-to-have-a-hard-time-keeping-up-at-home\">You&#8217;re <strong>2x more likely<\/strong> to have a hard time keeping up at home.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-and-2x-more-likely-to-feel-disconnected-from-your-social-life\">And <strong>2x more likely<\/strong> to feel disconnected from your social life.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-does-this-mean-for-students-if-you-re\">What does this mean for students? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-zoning-out-in-class\">Zoning out in class<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-snapping-at-friends-or-family\">Snapping at friends or family<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-forgetting-what-you-studied-last-night\">Forgetting what you studied last night<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-feeling-like-you-re-always-dragging\">Feeling like you&#8217;re always dragging&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a good chance your sleep could be the reason. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thensf.org\/nsf-poll-highlights-strong-link-between-sleep-and-depressive-symptoms-in-us-population\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joseph Dzierzewski<\/a>, a lead researcher at NSF, said it best: poor sleep doesn\u2019t just make you tired, it puts your <em>whole<\/em> well-being at risk. Everything from <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/05\/30\/strategies-for-mental-health-awareness-in-education\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mental health<\/a> to how productive you are depends on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-learning-how-to-sleep-better\"><strong>Learning How to Sleep Better<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"485\" data-attachment-id=\"17970\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/2-rem-sleep-link-in-student-success-blog\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=3000%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3000,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"2 &amp;#8211; REM Sleep Link in Student Success blog\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=809%2C485&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=809%2C485&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Improving circadian rhythm\" class=\"wp-image-17970\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.666150127068741;width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1024%2C614&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=300%2C180&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=768%2C461&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1536%2C922&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=2048%2C1229&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1200%2C720&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=810%2C486&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1140%2C684&amp;ssl=1 1140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=500%2C300&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=1618&amp;ssl=1 1618w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=2427&amp;ssl=1 2427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">You might think, <em>&#8220;I can\u2019t just force myself to fall asleep!&#8221;<\/em> and you\u2019d be right. However, what you can do is help your brain and body naturally transition into sleep mode by building healthy habits. Otherwise known as sleep hygiene. One of the most powerful things you can do is support (or fix) your circadian rhythm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">The circadian rhythm is your body\u2019s internal clock that tells you when to be awake and when to wind down. When your rhythm is consistent, falling and straying asleep becomes much easier. These are some <em>sleep hygiene<\/em> strategies recommended by experts:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"485\" data-attachment-id=\"17971\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/3-rem-sleep-link-in-student-success-blog\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=3000%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3000,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"3 &amp;#8211; REM Sleep Link in Student Success blog\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?fit=809%2C485&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=809%2C485&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Learning How to Sleep Better\" class=\"wp-image-17971\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.666150127068741;width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1024%2C614&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=300%2C180&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=768%2C461&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1536%2C922&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=2048%2C1229&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1200%2C720&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=810%2C486&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=1140%2C684&amp;ssl=1 1140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?resize=500%2C300&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=1618&amp;ssl=1 1618w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog.png?w=2427&amp;ssl=1 2427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-a-move-step-outside-and-soak-up-some-sunlight\"><strong>a. Move, Step Outside, and Soak Up Some Sunlight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Getting good sleep during the night begins with how to start and spend your day. What you do while you\u2019re awake has a huge influence on how easily you fall asleep and how deeply you rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Get sunlight in the morning. Stepping outside within the first hour of waking up helps reset your circadian rhythm by telling your brain, \u201cHey, it\u2019s time to be awake.\u201d Besides that, regular physical activity, even a short walk or stretch session, helps burn off stress. However, avoid any intense workouts too close to bedtime, as that can be too stimulating for some people. You could also try <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/04\/23\/how-studying-outside-can-improve-focus-memory-and-well-being\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grounding or earthing<\/a>. Studies suggest that it may reduce stress, inflammation, and help you feel calmer. All of these support better sleep.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-b-stick-to-a-sleep-schedule\"><strong>b. Stick to a Sleep Schedule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Your brain thrives on rhythm. Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day helps regulate your circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep and wake up feeling refreshed, <em>without<\/em> hitting snooze five times. This includes weekends too. Who doesn\u2019t love a good Sunday lie-in? However, sleeping in until noon (or later) is not helping you in the long run. Throwing off your sleep schedule on the weekend can also make it harder to get back on track during the week.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Pro Tip: Set an alarm for bedtime, not just waking up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-c-power-down-electronics\"><strong>c. Power Down Electronics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Blue light from phones, laptops, and TVs tricks your brain into thinking it\u2019s still daytime, suppressing melatonin (your sleep hormone). As tempting as it is to catch up on Netflix or TikTok before bed, science says it&#8217;s best to kick that habit. Too much screen time can also contribute to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2022\/04\/29\/all-about-tech-fatigue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tech fatigue<\/a>, leaving your brain wired but worn out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Pro Tip: Try cutting screen time 30\u201360 minutes before bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-d-optimize-your-sleep-environment\"><strong>d.\u00a0Optimize Your Sleep Environment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating the right sleep environment can make a huge difference in how fast and how well you sleep. Here\u2019s how to set the mood for better rest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-temperature-ideal-sleep-temp-is-around-65-f-18-3-c-and-can-vary-between-59-f-68-f-15-6-c-20-c\"><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/bedroom-environment\/best-temperature-for-sleep#:~:text=The%20best%20room%20temperature%20for,for%20the%20most%20comfortable%20sleep.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ideal sleep temp<\/a> is around <strong>65\u00b0F (18.3\u00b0C)<\/strong>, and can vary between <strong>59\u00b0F &#8211; 68\u00b0F (15.6\u00b0C &#8211; 20\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-darkness-use-blackout-curtains-or-an-eye-mask\"><strong>Darkness<\/strong>: Use blackout curtains or an eye mask.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-quiet-white-noise-machines-or-earplugs-can-help-drown-out-distractions\"><strong>Quiet<\/strong>: White noise machines or earplugs can help drown out distractions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-comfort-invest-in-a-good-pillow-and-mattress-you-re-spending-a-third-of-your-life-on-them\"><strong>Comfort<\/strong>: Invest in a good pillow and mattress. You\u2019re spending a third of your life on them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-scent-diffusing-calming-essential-oils-like-lavender-can-help-relax-your-mind-and-signal-to-your-body-it-s-time-for-sleep\"><strong>Scent<\/strong>: Diffusing calming essential oils like lavender can help relax your mind and signal to your body it\u2019s time for sleep.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-e-watch-your-stimulants\"><strong>e.\u00a0Watch Your Stimulants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Caffeine can linger in your system for <strong>6\u20138 hours<\/strong>, affecting both falling asleep and sleep quality. Caffeine can also make you more likely to wake up in the middle of the night, which interrupts your REM sleep. Even chocolate and tea can disrupt sensitive sleepers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-f-wind-down-your-mind\"><strong>f. Wind Down Your Mind<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pre-bed rituals help your brain shift gears. Try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-gentle-stretches-or-yoga\">Gentle stretches or yoga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-reading-from-a-paper-book-or-e-reader\">Reading (from a paper book or e-reader!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-guided-meditation-or-breathing-apps-4-7-8-breathing-works-wonders-try-calm-headspace-or-youtube-sleep-meditations\">Guided meditation or breathing apps (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/what-to-know-4-7-8-breathing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4-7-8 breathing<\/a> works wonders). Try Calm, Headspace, or YouTube sleep meditations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-journaling-especially-helpful-if-you-have-racing-thoughts\">Journaling,&nbsp; especially helpful if you have racing thoughts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-happens-when-you-get-enough-sleep\"><strong>What Happens When You Get Enough Sleep?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s what 7\u20139 hours of good sleep every night does for students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-boosts-memory-and-learning\"><strong>Boosts memory and learning<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-enhances-creativity-and-problem-solving\"><strong>Enhances creativity and problem-solving<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-improves-mood-and-emotional-stability\"><strong>Improves mood and emotional stability<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-strengthens-the-immune-system\"><strong>Strengthens the immune system<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-improves-academic-performance\"><strong>Improves academic performance<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">A 2019 study in <em>Nature and Science of Sleep<\/em> found that getting one good night of sleep right before an exam doesn\u2019t actually boost your performance much. What really matters is getting regular, quality sleep during the month and the week leading up to the test. That said, it\u2019s still not a free pass to pull an all-nighter the night before. Skipping sleep can still hurt your focus, memory, and mood when you need them most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-boost-rem-sleep-and-set-yourself-up-for-success\"><strong>Boost REM Sleep and Set Yourself Up for Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students often underestimate the <em>compound interest<\/em> of consistent, quality sleep. Sleep fuels the very brain functions that school demands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-1-memory-consolidation\"><strong>1. Memory Consolidation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During REM sleep, the brain moves short-term memories into long-term storage. If you study but skimp on sleep, your brain doesn&#8217;t retain what you&#8217;ve learned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-a-study-found-that-people-who-sleep-after-learning-remember-more-than-double-the-material-compared-to-those-who-stay-awake-this-is-also-becoming-known-as-sleep-dependent-memory-processing\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0896627304005409\">study<\/a> found that people who sleep after learning remember <strong>more than double<\/strong> the material compared to those who stay awake. This is also becoming known as <em>sleep-dependent memory processing<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-2-faster-problem-solving-amp-creativity\"><strong>2. Faster Problem Solving &amp; Creativity<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">REM sleep helps with <strong>pattern recognition<\/strong>, critical for math, writing, and creative problem-solving. Ever woken up with the answer to a problem you couldn\u2019t crack the night before? That\u2019s REM at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-3-emotional-regulation\"><strong>3. Emotional Regulation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sleep-deprived students are more emotionally reactive, anxious, or withdrawn. Not exactly ideal for handling school stress, friendships, or group projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-research-by-uc-berkeley-showed-that-sleep-loss-disrupts-the-connection-between-the-prefrontal-cortex-and-the-amygdala-your-brain-s-fear-center-which-makes-emotional-reactivity-more-intense-and-harder-to-control\">Research by UC Berkeley showed that <a href=\"https:\/\/walkerlab.berkeley.edu\/reprints\/Yoo-Walker_CurrBiol_2007.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sleep loss disrupts the connection<\/a> between the prefrontal cortex and the amygdala (your brain\u2019s fear center), which makes emotional reactivity more intense and harder to control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lack of sleep also throws off key hormones like cortisol (your stress hormone) and serotonin (linked to mood), which can leave you feeling irritable or just\u2026 not yourself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"485\" data-attachment-id=\"17973\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2025\/06\/12\/why-rem-sleep-might-be-the-missing-link-in-student-success\/4-rem-sleep-link-in-student-success-blog-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?fit=3000%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3000,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"4 &amp;#8211; REM Sleep Link in Student Success blog\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?fit=809%2C485&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=809%2C485&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Boost REM Sleep and Set Yourself Up for Success\" class=\"wp-image-17973\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.666150127068741;width:532px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=1024%2C614&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=300%2C180&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=768%2C461&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=1536%2C922&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=2048%2C1229&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=1200%2C720&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=810%2C486&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=1140%2C684&amp;ssl=1 1140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?resize=500%2C300&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?w=1618&amp;ssl=1 1618w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-REM-Sleep-Link-in-Student-Success-blog-1.png?w=2427&amp;ssl=1 2427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-4-better-focus-amp-attention\"><strong>4. Better Focus &amp; Attention<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lack of sleep leads to attention lapses and brain fog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-do-naps-count\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Do Naps Count?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short answer: <em>Yes, but with limits.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-a-10-20-minute-nap-can-improve-alertness-and-focus\">A <strong>10\u201320 minute nap<\/strong> can improve alertness and focus.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-a-60-minute-nap-may-include-slow-wave-sleep-helping-with-memory\">A <strong>60-minute nap<\/strong> may include slow-wave sleep, helping with memory.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-a-90-minute-nap-may-include-a-full-sleep-cycle-including-rem-which-can-be-good-for-creativity-and-learning\">A <strong>90-minute nap<\/strong> may include a full sleep cycle, including REM, which can be good for creativity and learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, be cautious as napping too long or too late can interfere with nighttime sleep. If you&#8217;re not sleeping well at night, limit naps altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-reflecting-and-strategizing-your-sleep\"><strong>Reflecting and Strategizing Your Sleep<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Take a moment and reflect on how many hours of sleep you have been getting. How would your energy, memory, focus, and mood change if you prioritized sleep?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-track-your-sleep-for-one-week-using-an-app-like-sleep-cycle-or-a-sleep-journal\">Track your sleep for one week using an app like Sleep Cycle or a sleep journal.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-identify-what-s-stealing-your-sleep-late-night-scrolling-procrastination-caffeine\">Identify what\u2019s stealing your sleep (late-night scrolling, procrastination, caffeine?).<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-create-a-simple-bedtime-routine-and-commit-to-a-wind-down-schedule\">Create a simple bedtime routine and commit to a wind-down schedule.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-start-small-even-just-30-more-minutes-per-night-can-add-up\">Start small \u2014 even just 30 more minutes per night can add up.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-final-thoughts-rem-sleep-is-not-optional-for-success\"><strong>REM Sleep Is Not Optional for Success<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re obsessed with strategies. 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