Harms of technology

● Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are

wireless energy waves surrounding

technology

● Artificial blue light in electronic

devices suppresses melatonin

Circadian System

● Electroencephalography tools (EEG)

are used to view and compare non

REM vs REM sleep

● Internal circadian rhythm

● Toxins are flushed out in the brain’s

lymphatic system

● Activation of sympathetic nervous system raises blood pressure, changes mood

Plan of Action?
● Create a public health campaign to bring awareness to the harmful effects
of technology use on sleep deprivation
The benefits of the Independent Research class

● Time management

● Researching

● Reading comprehension

● Writing

● Networking

● Better college application