
Refresh Your Sleep
Looking to improve your sleep?
Sign up for Refresh, Wellness at Penn's asynchronous sleep hygiene program! Refresh is designed to give you the knowledge and practices you need to optimize your sleep, all on your schedule.
Why Sleep Hygiene Matters
Sleep plays a crucial role in your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Poor sleep habits can lead to reduced concentration, mood swings, weakened immune function, and a lack of energy. Refresh helps you build healthier routines so you can wake up feeling rested and ready to take on the day.
What is the Refresh Program?
Refresh is a self-paced, online program that equips you with evidence-based strategies for improving your sleep hygiene. Whether you're struggling with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early, Refresh offers practical tips that you can incorporate into your daily routine.
How It Works
- Flexible Learning: The program is completely asynchronous, meaning you can access the materials and complete them whenever it fits into your schedule.
- Personalized Tips: Through guided modules, you’ll learn about sleep cycles, the impact of technology on sleep, how to create a bedtime routine, ways to construct the optimal sleep environment, bedtime relaxation exercises, and more.
- Progress at Your Own Pace: Whether you need a quick refresher or a deep dive into sleep science, you can move through the content at a speed that works best for you.
Benefits of Joining Refresh
- Improve Sleep Quality: Learn scientifically-backed techniques to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling refreshed.
- Reduce Stress & Anxiety: Establish healthy habits that can decrease nighttime anxiety and stress.
- Boost Your Energy & Productivity: Better sleep means more energy and focus during the day, helping you thrive academically and personally.
Ready to Refresh Your Sleep?
Need Clinical Support?
If you're experiencing ongoing sleep difficulties or need medical and/or counseling support, our Student Health and Counseling team is here to help. You can contact them for personalized support and guidance by calling 215-746-WELL (9355).