STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

This study aims to determine the relationship between insomnia and its Effects on the mental and

physical health of GOC grade 12 Students.

In particular, this study aims to determine the following:

1. The Effects of Insomnia on the health of GOC grade 12 Students in terms of;

1.1 mental/cognitive health

1.2 physical health

2. The effects of insomnia on the mental and physical health of GOC Grade 12 students in terms

of:

2.1 mental disorder

2.2 cognitive functioning

2.3 body performance

2.4 immune system

2.5 mood/ emotion

3. Factors that may affect the respondents of insomnia in terms of mental health/ mental disorder:

3.1 depression

3.2 anxiety

3.3 confusion and frustration

 3.4 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

4. How do the respondents can be identified to have insomnia in terms of:

4.1 Difficulty falling asleep at night

4.2 Waking up during the night

4.3 Waking up too early

4.4 Daytime tiredness or sleepiness

4.5 Difficulty paying attention, focusing on tasks or remembering