Effect of Sleep Deprivation on Academic Performance Among Wellness Students at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan

Abstract

Many factors contribute to sleep deprivation including assignment responsibilities, tutorials, quizzes, and tests. University students are more prone to experience sleep deprivation. As a result, understanding the effects of sleep deprivation on academic performance is critical. This study aims to identify the effect of sleep deprivation on mental health, physical health, and social life that significantly impact students' academic performance. This study was conducted using a quantitative research approach to determine the effect of sleep deprivation on academic performance among UMK, Kampus Kota 3rd Year Wellness, and FHPK students. A total of 118 respondents have participated in this study. Based on data analysis and findings, sleep deprivation is the highest mean value followed by mental health, physical health and, lastly, social life.