Question
What should you do if your child often nods off while doing homework in the afternoon?
Answer
A child may experience afternoon drowsiness due to insufficient sleep or poor quality of deep sleep. It is generally recommended that children get at least eight hours of deep sleep every night. Measures that can be taken include: adjusting the sleep schedule appropriately by going to bed earlier; engaging in light exercise before bedtime, such as broadcast gymnastics; reducing or avoiding watching TV before bed to prevent the brain from becoming overly stimulated; drinking less water before bedtime to reduce the number of nighttime bathroom trips; and communicating with your child to understand their mental state and reduce stress. I hope these suggestions can help your child grow up healthily.