17th Mar 2025

Teen Sleep Quiz

How much do you know about sleep? Play this quiz to find out more.

You can find some more information about sleep via Sleeping | Lifestyle | Health for Teens

true or false
I can drink as much caffeine as I want and still get a good night’s sleep.
TRUE FALSE
Incorrect, caffeine should be avoided after 4pm as it can impact your ability to fall asleep.
Correct, its recommended that you avoid caffeine after 4pm as it can impact your ability to fall asleep.
true or false
If I leave my bedroom curtains open and my bedroom light on, it will help me fall asleep.
TRUE FALSE
Incorrect, leaving your curtains open and your bedroom light on can disrupt the release of the hormone melatonin. The darkness of the room encourages the release of this hormone. Melatonin is produced by your body naturally and helps you fall asleep.
Correct, it is recommended that you dim the lights and close your curtains 1 hour before bed as the darkness of the room will encourage the release of the hormone melatonin. Melatonin is produced by your body naturally and helps you fall asleep.
true or false
Using electronic screens directly before sleep is a good bedtime routine.
TRUE FALSE
Incorrect, electronic screen activities including playing on games consoles an hour before bed can disrupt the release of the hormone melatonin. This hormone helps you fall asleep.
Correct, it is a good idea to stop all electronic screen activities including playing on game consoles an hour before bed; this is recommended as the light from devices can disrupt the release of the hormone melatonin. This hormone helps you fall asleep.
true or false
Can having a warm bath close to bedtime help you go to sleep?
TRUE FALSE
Correct, having a warm bath 30 minutes before going to bed can aid relaxation and help you fall asleep.
Incorrect, having a warm bath 30 minutes before going to bed can aid relaxation and can help you fall asleep.
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