School stress, sleep and learning differences: reversing the downward spiral

with Ashley olivine

Frustration. Lack of motivation. Poor grades. Emotional struggles. Behavioural issues. Anger. Daytime drowsiness. Arguments. Night owl tendencies. What do all these clues have in common?

They may just be intertwined more than expected, creating a perfect storm that has parents and kids suffering. Stress makes it difficult to sleep, which can lead to insomnia. Trouble sleeping at night and not getting enough quality sleep results in feeling tired during the day, which makes it extra challenging to perform even under optimal conditions. That increases stress levels, which creates a stress/poor sleep/daytime and general struggle cycle. This is a downward spiral that anyone can fall into, children and adults. Kids with learning differences are at an increased risk, and their challenges with the cycle are unique.

This expert call with Ashley will help you find out why kids with learning differences are more susceptible, and more importantly, what you can do to prevent and address the problem.