The Effect of Sleep Deprivation on Cognitive Performance in University Students
Abstract
This study explores the impact of sleep deprivation on cognitive performance, specifically focusing on attention and memory, in university students. A group of 50 undergraduate students will undergo cognitive testing following both a normal sleep cycle and a sleep deprivation condition. It is hypothesized that sleep deprivation will significantly impair cognitive performance, especially in tasks involving memory recall and sustained attention. The results could inform future strategies for improving student performance and mental health in academic settings.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue
Sleep and Wakefulness Research
Sleep and related disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International journal of research and scientific innovation
- Volume
- 12
- Issue
- 12
- Pages
- 1207–1212
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026