Sleeping in class prevents you from paying attention to the teacher as well as stops you from learning about the material that is being taught. It is important to determine why you are falling asleep in class and try to change the situation so that you are able to stay awake and pass all of your classes. There are a number of different tricks you can use to try to stay awake, as well as habits you can adopt to help your alertness.
Get a full night's sleep on school nights. The National Sleep Foundation has reported that teenagers may need more sleep than adults. This is a key part to staying awake in class. If you are not tired, you are unlikely to fall asleep.
Eat a healthy breakfast full of nutritious foods. If you get hungry or tired in the middle of the day, try eating a healthy snack like a piece of fruit or some biscuits. If necessary, drink something with sugar or caffeine in it directly before the class.
If you are actively engaged in the information the teacher is presenting, you are less likely to doze off. Taking notes, asking questions and otherwise getting involved in classroom activities anddiscussions will make you far less likely to doze off.
Contact your doctor in order to rule out medical conditions that can cause you to fall asleep. Prescription drugs may also cause sleepiness or drowsiness as a side effect, so discuss any medicines you are taking with your doctor.
A. Get involved during class.
B. Early to bed, early to rise.
C. It can also get you in trouble with your teachers.
D. It can provide you with enough protein to fuel your body.
E. Energy-boosting drinks keep you energized during the time you're in class.
F. If you have a medical condition that is causing you to fall asleep in class, you will need to be treated by a professional.
G. Go to bed earlier and make sure you get as many hours of sleep as your body needs.