Title: Sleep Schedule Survey: Understanding the Sleep schedule of college students
Authors: Vidhi Shukla, Shruti Bhadange, Akshat Mishra
Batch: Finance 2 (F2)
Introduction:
In this research paper, we explore the sleep schedule of college going individuals. In this study we aim at understanding the diverse patterns and habits related to sleep among individuals. Sleep plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being, influencing various aspects of our lives including cognitive function, mood, and physical health. By gathering information about different sleep schedules, routines, and preferences, we hope to gain valuable insights that can inform strategies for improving sleep quality and promoting healthier lifestyles.
Objectives: To understand the underlying phenomena of Sleep Schedule of students
Literature Review:
(National Library of Medicine)
Adequate sleep optimally impacts mental functioning and therefore impacts students’ performance on examinations and ultimately grades received. The pattern of sleep one experiences in a 24-hour period directly correlates with physical health, mood, and mental functioning.
(Science Direct)
Sleep problems are common and are likely to increase.1., 2., 3. Over the past few years, sleep quality among young adults has been decreasing, as revealed by several studies and reports. Greater academic and social pressures and irregular schedules render students susceptible to sleep disturbances and deprivation.
Testing of Hypothesis:
Ho: μ=3
H1: µ≠3
Data Collection:
- I frequently experience difficulty falling asleep
- I often find myself staying up late due to electronic device use
- I consume caffeine close to bedtime
- My sleep schedule is often disrupted due to work or social commitment
- I rely on naps to compensate for my inadequate nighttime sleep
Data Analysis:
1) I frequently experience difficulty falling asleep
S.D = 1.41 S.E.= 0.14 Mean= 3.02 T-Stat= 0.15
2) I often find myself staying up late due to electronic device use.
S.D = 1.37 S.E.= 0.14 Mean= 3.28 T-Stat= 2.04
3) I consume caffeine close to bedtime.
S.D = 1.38 S.E.= 0.14 Mean= 2.72 T-Stat= -2.02
4) My sleep schedule is often disrupted due to work or social commitments.
S.D = 1.39 S.E.= 0.14 Mean= 3.22 T-Stat= 1.57
5) I rely on naps to compensate for my inadequate nighttime sleep.
S.D = 1.40 S.E.= 0.14 Mean= 3.28 T-Stat= 1.99
Conclusion:
- I frequently experience difficulty falling asleep:
– Mean Score: 3.02
– Standard Deviation (SD): 1.40655607780138
– Standard Error: 0.140655607780138
– T-Statistic: 0.145880511526826
Interpretation:
The mean score for the quality of canteen food is 3.02. The T-statistic of 0.15 indicates that, on average, respondents gave medium scores which is same as the overall mean. This suggests that they have neutral feelings about experiencing difficulty falling asleep.
As T stat = 0.15 is between -1.96 and 1.96 accept that people are neutral about the statement.
- I often find myself staying up late due to electronic device use:
– Mean Score: 3.28
– Standard Deviation (SD): 1.37171425595858
– Standard Error: 0.137171425595858
– T-Statistic: 2.04124145231931
Interpretation:
The mean score for cleanliness is 3.28. The positive T-statistic of 2.04 indicates that, on average, respondents gave higher scores than the overall mean. This suggests that people agree with the statement that they find themselves staying up late due to electronic device use.
As T stat = 2.04 is more than 1.96, accept the statement positively.
- I consume caffeine close to bedtime:
– Mean Score: 2.72
– Standard Deviation (SD): 1.38621787609308
– Standard Error: 0.138621787609308
– T-Statistic: -2.01988449888666
Interpretation:
The mean score for the variety of canteen food is 2.72. The negative T-statistic of -2.02 indicates that, on average, respondents gave lower scores than the overall mean. This suggests that people disagree with the statement that they consume caffeine close to bedtime.
As T stat = -2.02 is less than -1.96, accept the statement negatively.
- My sleep schedule is often disrupted due to work or social commitment:
– Mean Score: 3.22
– Standard Deviation (SD): 1.39699677880803
– Standard Error: 0.139699677880803
– T-Statistic: 1.5748067807838
Interpretation:
The mean score for the reasonableness of food prices is 3.22. The T-statistic of 0.15 indicates that, on average, respondents gave medium scores which is same as the overall mean. This suggests that they have neutral feelings about the statement that their sleep schedule is often disrupted due to work or social commitment.
As T stat = 1.57 is between -1.96 and 1.96 accept that people are neutral about the statement.
- I rely on naps to compensate for my inadequate nighttime sleep:
– Mean Score: 3.28
– Standard Deviation (SD): 1.40057131200093
– Standard Error: 0.140057131200093
– T-Statistic: 1.99918417292139
Interpretation:
The mean score for seating arrangements is 3.28. The positive T-statistic indicates that, on average, respondents gave higher scores than the overall mean. This suggests that people agree with the statement that they rely on naps to compensate for inadequate nighttime sleep.
As T stat = 1.99 is more than 1.96, accept the statement positively.
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4571043/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550830720303736