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CBT resources to Support Teenagers with Sleep

Sleep difficulties are common during adolescence and can significantly impact mood, concentration, motivation, and overall well-being.

Changes in routine, increased academic pressure, and late-night screen use can all disrupt healthy sleep patterns.

Insufficient and poor-quality sleep is associated with worsened mood, difficulty regulating emotions and increased chances of developing mood and anxiety disorders (Short, Bartel & Carskadon, 2019).

Our resources are designed to help practitioners support young people in improving sleep hygiene, reducing worry at bedtime, and developing consistent, healthy routines. They include:

Psychoeducation worksheets explaining the science of sleep, the impact of routine, and common cognitive–behavioural patterns that maintain poor sleep
Sleep diaries and trackers to record sleep habits and identify helpful changes
Relaxation and wind-down strategies, including grounding techniques and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR)
Teen-friendly language, graphics and examples to make concepts relatable and practical

The chain reaction of sleep challenges

Bad sleep: a never ending loop

How poor sleep can affect us

Exploring the sleep stages

Understanding your circadian rhythm

Supporting your circadian rhythm

Keeping a sleep diary

My sleep diary

Sleep difficulties during adolescence

Quiz: How is your sleep hygiene?

Your personal sleep plan

Good sleep habits

Ideas for wind down time and better mornings

Sleep: myths and truths