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Sleep Duration's Impact on Academic Performance

Chapter II reviews literature and studies on the impact of sleep duration on students' academic performance, emphasizing the correlation between adequate sleep and educational achievement. Research indicates that insufficient sleep negatively affects grades, attendance, and classroom behavior, with recommendations for varying sleep durations based on age. Both foreign and local studies consistently highlight the importance of sufficient sleep for enhancing cognitive function and academic success.

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Sleep Duration's Impact on Academic Performance

Chapter II reviews literature and studies on the impact of sleep duration on students' academic performance, emphasizing the correlation between adequate sleep and educational achievement. Research indicates that insufficient sleep negatively affects grades, attendance, and classroom behavior, with recommendations for varying sleep durations based on age. Both foreign and local studies consistently highlight the importance of sufficient sleep for enhancing cognitive function and academic success.

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Chapter II

Review of Related Literature and Studies

This chapter presents the literature and studies that have bearing on the present study.
This review aims to examine the existing literature on the impact of sleep duration on
students’ academic performance, exploring the association between adequate sleep and
academic achievement.

Foreign literature

Sleep duration refers to the total amount of sleep obtained during the nocturnal sleep
episode on across 24 hours period. (Encyclopedia of behavioral medicine). According to
Whaeton et al.(2018), American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that children aged
6-12 years should sleep for 9-12 hours per 24 hours, while adolescents aged 13-18 years
should aim for 8-10 hours of sleep within the same period. When individuals, especially
students, fail to meet these sleep duration recommendations, it can have serious
consequences. Research has consistently shown that inadequate sleep is associated with a
range of negative outcomes, including impaired academic performance,

Academic performance is associated with sleep duration. According to Evans,


students with the highest levels of academic performance tend to obtain approximately 8
hours of sleep per night.

Meanwhile, students who slept fewer than six hours per night experienced an even
stronger impact on their grades as a result of the sleep loss, according to Creswell (2023).

Similarly, the work of Baglioni (2012) further supports this correlation,


demonstrating that students who reported shorter sleep durations exhibited poorer academic
performance and lower grades compared to their peers who obtained longer periods of sleep.
This highlights the effects of insufficient sleep on students’ academic outcomes, implicating
sleep duration as a significant factor in shaping educational achievement.

Inadequate sleep may also contribute to higher rates of absenteeism and lateness,
potentially impacting students’ attendance and punctuality in academic settings. Bowers
(2017) found that lack of sleep was linked to increased tardiness to class.

Additionally, poor sleep duration could potentially lead to challenges in


concentration, engagement, and participation in academic activities, which can ultimately
affect the students’ performance in the classroom. Batista (2018) also identified that students
with a negative perception of sleep quality were more prone to experiencing learning
difficulties in class.

Moreover, shorter sleep duration may lead to behavioral issues in the classroom,
affecting students’ emotional well-being and potentially disrupting their classroom behavior.
Baynard (2011) highlighted that irregular sleep schedules and sleep loss among college
students can have a negative impact on their emotional stability.

Local literature

The recommended hours of sleep are widely recognized as crucial for different age
groups.

According to ABS CBN News (2018), children are advised to sleep for at least half a
day, signifying the importance of longer sleep duration in the early stages of development.
Teenagers, on the other hand, are recommended to sleep for 7-8 hours. These
recommendations highlight the specific sleep duration needs based on age groups,
emphasizing the importance of adequate sleep for children and teenagers in supporting their
overall growth, well-being, and cognitive development. Ong (2021) also emphasizes the
significance of sleep duration, stating that the recommended amount of sleep for an adult is 7-
8 hours, with 6-7 hours considered adequate. This emphasizes the importance of sufficient
sleep duration for adults.

Flores (2021) highlights how lack of sleep indirectly impacts academic performance
through tardiness and school absences among students. This emphasizes the connection
between sleep deprivation and its potential influence on students’ attendance and,
consequently, their ability to engage effectively in learning activities.

Moreover, the addition of an afternoon nap is suggested as a means to improve


memory, thus linking sleep habits to cognitive function and academic outcomes. Furthermore,
Leodinas (2012) emphasizes the importance of sleep duration, suggesting that students should
aim for eight to ten hours of sleep to enhance their academic performance.

Similarly, Toyong (2020) reveals the correlation between sleep duration and
academic performance, with higher hours of night sleep associated with better performance in
academics. This highlights the positive impact of sufficient sleep on students’ ability to
succeed in their studies.
Furthermore, Toyong (2020) also emphasizes that less sleep is linked to increased
sleepiness in class, highlighting the potential consequences of inadequate sleep on classroom
behavior and engagement.

Foreign Studies

Getting enough sleep seems so important nowadays, without getting this rest will
make the body weaker and not productive. Studies have shown that teens should be getting
roughly 9 hours of sleep each day ([Link]/student-life). 9 hours a day of sleep will
provide them a energy to surpassed a day while doing various activities.

Studies have also indicated that inadequate sleep, increase regularity of short term
sleep and sleeping late and waking up early providing an impact to the learning capacity and
academic performance of an individual (Jalali et al., 2020).

Insufficient sleep may also contribute to absenteeism among students, highlighting


the potential influence of sleep habits on attendance patterns. According to Hysing (2015),
short sleep duration was linked to an increased risk of school non-attendance.

Furthermore, shorter sleep duration and inadequate rest can compromise students’
ability to perform academically, thus underlining the significance of sleep quality on
educational outcomes. Baynard’s (2011) emphasizes the negative impact of irregular sleep
schedules and sleep loss on college students’ cognitive performance.

Moreover, adequate sleep duration impacts positively the students classroom


behavior. Wang’s study in 2016 and Sabia’s research in 2017 both indicate that increased
sleep time is associated with improvements in classroom concentration.

Local Studies

Arceo-Dumlao (2014) have said that based on the study done by Sun Life Financial
Asia, almost half of the Filipinos sleep less than six hours a day. That’s why many Filipino
students getting low grades and poor interaction. 6 hours a day of sleep can’t provide good
quality of sleep that’s why they can’t be productive enough.

According to Sygaco (2011) some of students experience difficulty to attain good


academic performance. Sleep duration has been found to have an impact on academic
performance, many studies and theory confirm this. One study conducted on grade 12
Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Mathematics (STEAM) students in the
Philippines found that sleep deprivation may affect academic performance, with respondents
occasionally lacking 1 to 2 hours of sleep from the recommended average of 8 to 10 hours.

However, Molina et al. (2020) discovered that lack of sleep substantially


impacted respondents’ optimistic thoughts but had a lower influence on their ability to
pay attention in class and make decisions, lack of sleep will cause tiredness and they’re
ability to communicate will decrease.

Additionally, attendance of students were also affected by lack of sleep. Students who
sleep late were most likely to be late at school. According to Leachon et al. (2017), the study
about relationship between sleep, academic performance, and school attendance among
Filipino college students. It found that shorter sleep durations were associated with lower
academic performance and increased absences.

Moreover, Velasco (2015) stated that proper sleep has also been proven to help
students perform better in school.

The above-mentioned research agreed that sleep duration affects academic


performance in terms of attendance, performance and classroom behavior.

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Local studies suggest that many Filipino students experience low academic performance due to inadequate sleep, with nearly half sleeping less than six hours a night. This insufficient sleep impacts their cognitive abilities and interaction capabilities. As a result, students who sleep less are less productive and more prone to lower grades and poor classroom interactions. Arceo-Dumlao (2014) and Sygaco (2011) highlight the prevalence of sleep deprivation among Filipino students, linking it to their struggle in achieving academic success .

Failing to address student sleep deprivation can lead to broader societal implications, such as decreased overall educational outcomes, reduced workforce readiness, and increased health issues related to chronic sleep deprivation. If educational systems do not prioritize sleep education and implement policies promoting adequate sleep, students might consistently underperform academically, limiting their future opportunities and impacting societal progress. Persistent sleep issues can also lead to behavioral problems, increasing disciplinary measures in schools, thus further affecting educational environments .

Sleep quality, alongside duration, plays a critical role in influencing students' learning experiences and academic outcomes. Poor sleep quality, despite adequate duration, can result in fatigue, impaired cognitive function, and difficulty concentrating, all of which hinder learning and academic success. Batista (2018) noted that students with negative perceptions of their sleep quality faced more learning difficulties, highlighting the importance of both quality and duration for optimal academic performance .

Research consistently indicates that inadequate sleep is correlated with impaired academic performance. Students who do not meet recommended sleep durations tend to have lower grades, increased tardiness, and higher absenteeism, which affect their overall academic achievements. Studies by Whaeton et al. (2018) and Creswell (2023) highlight that fewer than 6 hours of sleep can significantly impact grades. Baglioni (2012) demonstrated that shorter sleep durations lead to poorer academic performance and lower grades compared to peers with sufficient sleep .

Inadequate sleep negatively affects classroom behavior and emotional stability. Students with poor sleep durations often experience increased sleepiness in class, reduced participation, and engagement, leading to learning difficulties. Irregular sleep schedules can compromise emotional stability, causing mood disturbances and behavioral issues, such as increased tardiness and absenteeism. Baynard (2011) and Toyong (2020) reference the link between sleep loss and its detrimental impacts on students' classroom behavior and emotional health .

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends 9-12 hours of sleep for children aged 6-12 years and 8-10 hours for teenagers aged 13-18 years to promote optimal academic performance. These durations are crucial because adequate sleep supports cognitive development, emotional well-being, and overall academic success. Insufficient sleep can lead to learning difficulties, decreased concentration, and behavioral issues, which can impede academic progress .

Adopting improved sleep hygiene practices can positively affect students' academic performance and overall well-being by ensuring sufficient rest. Practices such as regular sleep schedules, reducing screen time before bed, and creating a conducive sleeping environment lead to better sleep quality. These improvements increase cognitive function, emotional stability, and school attendance, directly supporting academic success and personal development. Baynard (2011) and Wang (2016) discuss how sleep hygiene influences concentration and classroom behavior, contributing to enhanced academic performance .

Sleep deprivation significantly impairs cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and decision-making. Students with inadequate sleep often struggle with concentration and retaining information, leading to poorer academic outcomes. Improved sleep duration facilitates better memory retention, enhanced decision-making abilities, and greater attention span, supporting more effective learning and academic performance. Jalali et al. (2020) indicate the impact of regular sleep patterns on cognitive functions and subsequent academic success .

Sleep deprivation indirectly affects academic performance through its impact on school attendance. Lack of sleep leads to increased tardiness and absenteeism, subsequently decreasing students' engagement in learning activities and affecting their ability to perform academically. Flores (2021) emphasizes this connection, stating that sleep deprivation influences attendance patterns, which are critical for consistent academic success .

Adding an afternoon nap can potentially improve academic outcomes by enhancing memory and cognitive function. Napping provides a restorative break that can reduce fatigue, improve alertness, and refresh the ability to concentrate, leading to better engagement and performance in academic activities. This supplementary rest can help mitigate the negative impacts of total sleep deprivation, aiding memory retention and cognitive processing. Flores (2021) suggests afternoon naps as a strategy to boost memory and academic outcomes .

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