Honors Theses
Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2026
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Public Health
First Advisor
Ashley Jones
Second Advisor
Ruaa Al juboori
Third Advisor
Ann Monroe
Relational Format
College Students
Abstract
Background: Not getting enough sleep is common among college students and is often linked to habits such as screen time, caffeine intake, stress, and irregular routines. This study examined how these lifestyle factors are associated with insufficient sleep among college students ages 18-22 and how poor sleep affects their overall wellbeing. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional survey design and collected data through an anonymous 25 question online Qualtrics questionnaire. This was completed by 150 participants. The survey was designed to be completed in about 5-7 minutes. It included a mix of multiplechoice questions, frequency-based responses and select all that apply items. The survey questions were organized in sections including demographics, sleep duration & environment, sleep quality & disorders, lifestyles factors, technology use, and daily functioning. Results: The findings showed that most students reported sleeping seven hours or less during the week, while on the weekends most tend to sleep 8 or more hours. Stress, phone use, social media, and caffeine were among the most commonly reported sleep disruptors. Conclusion: The results suggest that insufficient sleep among college students is strongly connected to everyday lifestyle habits and routines. The results also showed that poor sleep can affect energy levels, focus, and over all daily functioning. This emphasizes the importance of healthier sleep habits, and it increases the awareness around sleep and college student wellbeing.
Recommended Citation
Ighalo, Divine, "Descriptive Analysis: Effects of Insufficient Sleep Among College Students Ages 18-22" (2026). Honors Theses. 3593.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/3593