Volume 11 : Issue 11.3 (2024)

Impact of Sleep Chronotypes and Late-Night Technology Use on Academic Performance

This study explores the intricate connections between university students' academic performance, late-night technology use, and sleep chronotypes. The pervasive impact of technology on sleep, cognitive function, and academic achievement has become a pressing issue. The study aims to fill the gap in the literature by examining the sleep patterns, circadian preferences, late-night technology use patterns, and academic performance of university students. This cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach comprised 93 undergraduate students from various universities in India, who were administered a tool measuring academic performance, late-night technology use, and sleep patterns. The analysis revealed several significant findings. There was a positive correlation between sleep during exam season and academic performance, indicating that adequate sleep is vital during critical evaluation periods. However, regular sleep habits did not show a significant relationship with academic performance. Early morning chronotypes were associated with better academic results, while poor sleep due to late-night studying and early waking negatively impacted academic achievement. A negative correlation was found between frequent late-night technology use and academic performance. The study emphasizes the importance of sleep hygiene, timing, and moderation in technology use to promote academic success among university students. Future research should explore longitudinal effects and cultural variations to optimize student learning environments.

Sleep Chronotypes, Late-night technology use, Academic performance, Undergraduate students

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