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English Core · 2026 · 5 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 4 · Set 2 · Q5
You are Dr. Shilpa/Shyam Sundar of G.T. Road, Akashpur. You strongly feel that teenagers today suffer from lack of concentration, mood swings, and…
You are Dr. Shilpa/Shyam Sundar of G.T. Road, Akashpur. You strongly feel that teenagers today suffer from lack of concentration, mood swings, and poor academic performance due to sleep deprivation. As a concerned doctor, write a letter to the editor of a national daily expressing your concern on the impact of sleep deprivation on youngsters and suggest remedies. You may use the following cues along with your own ideas to compose the letter. Causes Remedies
• increasing screen time
• consistent bedtime routine
• academic stress/anxiety
• reduce screen time
• poor sleep habits
• avoid coffee, tea intake
• poor diet
• indulge in physical activity
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Concerns
declining attention span / reduced focus/ memory retention
poor academic performance
Long term impact on mental health
reduced energy levels and productivity
Causes
excessive screen time( phones, OTT, gaming)
irregular sleep schedules and lack of routine
reduced physical activity and outdoor exposure
Remedies
maintain a healthy and balanced diet / avoid coffee, tea intake
limit screen time, especially before bedtime
practise relaxation techniques
promote physical activity and outdoor play
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