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Examine Sleep Deprivation among Adolescents: Evidence from a Selected Chinese High School in Johor, Malaysia

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  • Wong Huey Siew (OUM).

    (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Open University Malaysia)

  • Lee Jhia Huey (OUM).

    (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Open University Malaysia)

  • Oo Cheng Keat (OUM).

    (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Open University Malaysia)

  • Mohd Azli Bin Jalaini (OUM).

    (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Open University Malaysia)

  • Fatimah Yusoff (OUM).

    (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Open University Malaysia)

Abstract

Sleep is a fundamental biological need essential for health and well-being. Adolescents are especially vulnerable to the effects of sleep deprivation due to rapid developmental changes and increasing academic demands. This study aims to examine sleep deprivation problems among adolescents in a selected Chinese high school in Johor, Malaysia. The study employs a quantitative approach using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). data were collected from 254 students aged 13 to 17. The findings revealed that 65.7% of the students were affected by sleep deprivation as measured by a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) global score >5. Key contributing factors include academic workload, screen time, irregular sleep patterns, and psychological stress. The study underscores the importance of school-based and family-level interventions to promote healthy sleep behaviours among adolescents.

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  • Wong Huey Siew (OUM). & Lee Jhia Huey (OUM). & Oo Cheng Keat (OUM). & Mohd Azli Bin Jalaini (OUM). & Fatimah Yusoff (OUM)., 2025. "Examine Sleep Deprivation among Adolescents: Evidence from a Selected Chinese High School in Johor, Malaysia," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 12(13), pages 4238-4246, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:12:y:2025:i:13:p:4238-4246
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