Why Can't I Sleep Despite Revising for Exams?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of sleeping while preparing for exams, focusing on the impact of study habits and mental activity on sleep quality. Participants share their experiences and suggestions for improving sleep during intense revision periods.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes their experience of revising during the day and struggling to sleep at night, questioning whether their active mind from studying is affecting their ability to rest.
  • Another participant suggests that regular exercise, such as running or walking, may help improve sleep quality by allowing the material to settle and providing physical fatigue.
  • A different participant recommends reading a novel for a short period before bed to distract from study material, potentially aiding in relaxation.
  • The original poster expresses openness to the suggestions provided and indicates a willingness to try them.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of finding ways to relax and improve sleep, but there are multiple suggestions with no consensus on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not provided specific details about their individual circumstances, such as the intensity of their study sessions or personal sleep patterns, which may influence the effectiveness of the suggested strategies.

Who May Find This Useful

Students preparing for exams who are experiencing sleep difficulties and seeking strategies to improve their rest and study balance.

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I've been revising for my exams throughout the whole last days.
What I've been doing is studying in the evening and sleeping (at least 8 hours, which is good enough, I think) during the day, because there's more silence around.
Anyway... since two days ago I can't get no proper sleep and I can't understand why this is happening! As result, I'm getting even more tired...

Any suggestions?! No, I'm not feeling nervous because of the exams...

Is it because my mind is still "working" while I try to get some sleep? I mean, because of been studying a lot...

I guess I should drink some alcohol before I go to bed, perhaps this would help me...

I'd like to "hear" your thoughts and suggestions about it!

Thank you
 
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Exercise - go running or just walk for an hour each day.
It gives the material time to sink in and helps you sleep.
 
In addittion to mgb's suggestion (maybe not as much as an hour a day), maybe read a novel for 10 minutes before you turn off the light, to get your mind of the material you've been studying.
 
Thank you very much for your reply I'll follow your advices ;)

Best regards
 

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