INTRODUCTION

Sleep is a complex biological process that helps people

process new information, stay healthy, and re-energize. It is

one of the fundamental parts of a person’s overall wellness

throughout their life. Sleep is especially crucial during

adolescence, as it contributes to physical and mental

development. Therefore, doctors recommend adolescents aim for

8 to 10 hours of sleep each night.

Nowadays, sleep deprivation is a common issue among high

school students and significantly hinders their academic

performance. Students who do not get enough rest may struggle

to maintain focus in class, leading to difficulties in

comprehension, retention, and task completion. For instance,

sleep-deprived students may struggle to stay attentive during

lectures, which can negatively impact their grades and overall

comprehension.

Despite being aware of the vital role that sufficient

sleep plays in their overall health, many students do not meet

the suggested amount of sleep. Various factors may include

playing online games, scrolling on social media, and

procrastinating on assignments, which can keep them up late

into the night.

This study explores the impact of insufficient sleep on

students and academic performance, highlighting the need for

proper sleep habits to enhance learning, concentration, and

overall well-being.

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Review of Related Literature

According to Dewald et al. (2010), insufficient sleep,

poor sleep quality, and sleepiness are common problems in

children and adolescents being related to learning, memory,

and school performance. They further explained that poor sleep

quality may lead to attention problems, which in turn may

negatively affect academic performance. Several environmental

factors contribute to sleep deprivation among adolescents,

including developmental changes, gender differences,

socioeconomic status, academic workload, and peer-related

activities. Additionally, lifestyle factors such as excessive

screen time, caffeine intake, smoking, and alcohol consumption

also contribute to sleep deprivation (Nasim, Saade, & s,

2019).

A study by Sygaco (2021) believed that people who sleep

fewer than seven hours are at a higher risk of becoming obese

or overweight. Insufficient sleep affects the appetite, where

ghrelin and leptin tend to be affected. Likely, maintaining or

losing weight is best achieved through consistent sleep

patterns. Moreover, taking a nap can enhance cognitive

function, as it helps refresh the body and mind.

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Objective and Significance of the Study

Given the importance of sufficient sleep for students'

academic and professional success, this study aims to examine

the effects of sleep quality on academic performance.

This study will help Diarabasin National High School

students understand the importance of quality sleep and its

impact on their physical and mental well-being. Additionally,

it will provide insights and recommendations for improving

sleep habits to enhance academic performance and overall

health. The researchers will offer recommendations to improve

their sleep habits, leading to better academic performance and

a healthier lifestyle.

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Table No. 1 Socio-demographic Characteristics

Sex Frequency Percentage

Male 26 43%

Female 34 57%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 1 shows that 43% or 26 of the respondents are

male and 57% or 34 of them are female. The table clearly shows

that out of 60 respondents, the majority of them are female.

Table No. 2 Distribution of Respondents by Age

Age Frequency Percentage

18-19 7 12%

16-17 23 38%

14-15 17 28%

12-13 13 22%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 2 shows that out of 60, 7 respondents

representing 12% are between the ages of 18-19, 23 respondents

representing 38% are between the ages of 16-17, 17 respondents

representing 28% are between the ages of 14-15, while 13

respondents representing 22% are between the ages of 12-13.

This denotes that the majority of respondents are between the

ages of 16-17.

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Table No. 3 Sleep Duration

No. of Hours Frequency Percentage

3 2 3%

4 1 2%

5 9 15%

6 13 22%

7 13 22%

8 20 33%

9 2 3%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 3 shows that 2 or 3% of the respondents get 3

hours of sleep, 1 or 2% of the respondents get 4 hours of

sleep, 9 or 15% of the respondents get 5 hours of sleep, 13 or

22% of the respondents get 6 hours of sleep, 13 or 22% of the

respondents get 7 hours of sleep, 20 or 33% of the respondents

get 8 hours of sleep, and 2 or 3% of the respondents get 9

hours of sleep. This indicates that the majority of the

respondents get 8 hours of sleep.

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Table No. 4 Activities that Keep the Respondents Busy

Activities Frequency Percentage

Playing online games 7 12%

Table No. 4 shows the activities that keep the

respondents busy, where 7 or 12% of the respondents play

online games with friends, 23 or 38% of the respondents scroll

on social media, 26 or 43% of the respondents do their

assignments, and 4 or 7% answered others. This indicates that

the majority of the respondents are busy doing their

assignments.

Table No. 5 Does Staying Up Late Influence the Respondents?

Choices Frequency Percentage

Yes 48 80%

No 12 20%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 5 shows that 48 or 80% of the respondents

answered that staying up late influenced them, while 12 or 20%

answered that staying up late does not influence them. This

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indicates that the majority of the respondents answered that

staying up late influence them.

Table No. 6 Effects of Staying Up Late

Choices Frequency Percentage

Processing Information 8 13%

Maintaining Focus 13 22%

Mood Swings 39 65%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 6 shows the effects of staying up late, where 8

or 13% of the respondents have difficulties in processing

information, 13 or 22% of the respondents have difficulties

maintaining focus, and 39 or 65% of the respondents have mood

swings. This indicates that the majority of the respondents

have mood swings when they stay up late.

Table No. 7 3rd Quarter Average

Choices Frequency Percentage

95-99

90-94 22 37%

85-89 23 38%

80-84 11 18%

75-79 4 7%

Total 60% 100%

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 Table No. 7 shows the distribution of the third-quarter

average of the respondents, where none of the respondents has

an average of 95-99, 22 or 37% of the respondents have an

average of 90-94, 23 or 38% of the respondents have an average

of 85-89, 11 or 18% of the respondents have an average of 80-

84, and 4 or 7% of the respondents have an average of 75-79.

This indicates that majority of the respondents have an

average of 85-89.

Table No. 8

Question Response Frequency Percentage

How often do Never 0 0%

you actively Rarely 2 3%

participate in Sometimes 12 20%

class? Often 11 18%

Always 35 58%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 8 shows that 2 or 3% of the respondents rarely

participate in class, 12 or 20% of the respondents sometimes

participate in class, 11 or 18% of the respondents often

participate in class, 35 or 58% of the respondents always

participate in class. The majority of the respondents answered

that they always participate in class.

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Table No. 9

Question Response Frequency Percentage

How easy is it Never 1 2%

for you to Rarely 4 7%

concentrate in Sometimes 15 25%

class? Often 29 48%

Always 11 18%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 9 shows that 1 or 2% of the respondents never

participate in class, 4 or 75% of the respondents participated

in class, 4 or 7% of the respondents rarely participated in

class, 15 or 25% of the respondents sometimes participated in

class, 29 or 48% of the respondents often participate in

class, 11 or 18% of the respondents always participate in

class. The majority of the respondents answered that it was

often easy for them to concentrate in class.

Table No. 10

Question Response Frequency Percentage

How often do Never 0 0%

you complete Rarely 5 8%

your Sometimes 12 20%

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assignments on Often 21 35%

time? Always 22 37%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 10 shows that none of the respondents never

their assignment on time, 5 or 8% of the respondents rarely

complete their assignments on time, 12 or 20% of the

respondents sometimes complete their assignments on time, 21

or 35% of the respondents often complete their assignments on

time, 22 or 37% of the respondents always complete their

assignments. The majority of the respondents answered that

they always complete their assignments on time.

Table No. 11

Question Response Frequency Percentage

How often do Never 20 33%

you arrive Rarely 10 17%

late due to Sometimes 15 25%

sleep-related Often 8 13%

issues? Always 7 12%

Total 60 100%

Table No. 11 shows that 20 or 33% of the respondents

never arrived late due to sleep related issues, 10 or 17% of

the respondents rarely arrived late due to sleep related

issues, 15 or 25% of the respondents sometimes arrived late

due to sleep related issues, 8 or 13% of the respondents often

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arrived late due to sleep related issues, 7 or 12% of the

respondents always arrived late due to sleep related issues.

The majority of the respondents answered that they never

arrived late due to sleep related issues.

Table No. 12

Question Response Frequency Percentage

How often do Never 32 53%

you miss Rarely 15 25%

classes due Sometimes 9 15%

to sleep- Often 3 5%

related Always 1 2%

issues?

Total 60 100%

Table No. 12 shows that 32 or 53% of the respondents

never miss classes due to sleep-related issues, 15 or 25% of

the respondents rarely miss classes due to sleep-related

issues, While 15% of the respondents sometimes missed their

classes due to sleep-related issues, 3 or 5% of the

respondents often miss classes due to sleep-related issues, 1

or 2% of the respondents always miss classes due to sleep-

related issues. The majority of the respondents answered that

they never miss classes due to sleep-related issues.

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Conclusion

Based on the findings of this study, it is evident that a

significant portion of high school students experience sleep

deprivation, which negatively impacts their academic

performance. Despite being aware of the importance of

sufficient sleep, many students still struggle to maintain the

recommended 8-10 hours of rest due to various factors, such as

playing online games, scrolling through social media, or doing

some assignments. The study reveals that a large majority of

students feel the negative effects of sleep deprivation, such

as mood swings, difficulty maintaining focus, and trouble

processing information. These effects hinder their ability to

fully participate in class and concentrate during lessons,

which directly impacts their academic performance.

The results also indicate that a majority of the students

do not consistently meet the required sleep duration, with 33%

getting only 8 hours of sleep per night. Though many students

complete their assignments on time and attend class regularly,

sleep-related issues contribute to some students occasionally

arriving late or missing classes.

Therefore, students must understand the importance of

healthy sleep habits and prioritizing sufficient rest to

improve their overall well-being and academic performance.

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Recommendation

Based on the findings, the following recommendations are

proposed:

Promote Sleep Awareness: Schools and educational

institutions should organize awareness programs that

emphasize the importance of sleep, particularly during

adolescence. These programs can help students understand

the impact of sleep on their academic performance and

overall health.

Encourage Healthy Sleep Habits: Encourage students to

establish a consistent sleep schedule, avoid late-night

activities such as playing online games or excessive

social media use, and reduce screen time before bed.

Students should be advised to set a time to wind down and

avoid stimulating activities in the hours leading up to

sleep.

Limit Caffeine and Stimulant Intake: Schools should

inform students about the negative effects of caffeine

and other stimulants on sleep. Limiting the consumption

of caffeinated drinks, particularly in the afternoon and

evening, could help improve sleep quality.

Foster a Supportive Sleep Environment: Students should be

encouraged to create a conducive environment for sleep,

including a comfortable and quiet space for rest. The

school can promote the idea of a relaxing pre-bedtime

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routine, which could include reading or listening to

calming music, to help students unwind.

Encourage Time Management: Teaching students effective

time management skills can help them balance academic

responsibilities with healthy sleep habits. This could

include better planning of study schedules, prioritizing

assignments, and avoiding last-minute cramming.

Incorporate Sleep Education into the Curriculum: Schools

should consider integrating sleep education into health

or science classes to ensure that students learn the

science behind sleep and its importance for both academic

success and long-term health.

Offer Support for Sleep-Related Issues: For students who

may be dealing with sleep disorders or chronic sleep

deprivation, it is essential for schools to provide

access to counseling and professional support services.

Mental health counselors can guide students on overcoming

sleep challenges and their underlying causes.

Monitor and Track Sleep Patterns: Students could be

encouraged to monitor their sleep patterns and note any

changes or factors affecting their sleep. This could be

done through surveys or sleep journals. Teachers could

follow up with students to offer guidance and support as

needed.

Collaborate with Parents: Encourage students’ families to

be involved in improving their children’s sleep habits.

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Parents can help by ensuring a stable bedtime routine at

home, limiting distractions at night, and monitoring

screen time.

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