Sleep is an essential component of our well-being. It keeps our brain and body healthy and functioning at top quality. In fact, not getting enough sleep can lead to side effects like poor performance, a decrease in the ability to retain information, weakened immunity, and mood swings. In this Sleep Wellness Kit, you will learn about the importance of sleep, identify factors that influence your sleeping habits, assess how much sleep you need in a day, and review lifestyle changes that can lead to a better quantity and quality of sleep.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn why sleep is essential to physical and emotional health

2. Understand how to determine sleep needs

3. Acknowledge lifestyle changes for better sleep

The Kit Includes:

Sleep Guide

Project Plan

Communication Templates

• Leadership Announcement

• Population Announcement

• Week 1-4 Message Board Posts

Four Email Templates

• Email 1: Why is Sleep Important?

• Email 2: How Much Sleep Do You Need?

• Email 3: Sleep Deprivation and Work Performance

• Email 4: Progressive Muscle Relaxation for Sleep

Two Articles

• Article 1: Establishing a Bedtime Routine

• Article 2: Sleep Disorders

Two Activities

• Activity 1: Sleep Log

• Activity 2: Creating a Bedtime Routine Discussion Group

Three Handouts

• Handout 1: Habits for Better Sleep

• Handout 2: Effects of Sleep Deprivation

• Handout 3: Sleep Calendar

One Presentation

• Sleep PowerPoint