Rest and the Endocrine System

Teenager sleeping at deskDo you ever feel like you have no energy? Do you sometimes sit in class and feel sleepy or really tired? In today’s society, people are sometimes stretched to their limits with the overwhelming amount of work there is to do. If you ever feel like you have no energy or a lack of motivation, then you may be experiencing fatigue. In this topic, you will examine the many factors that cause fatigue as well as how to overcome it. You will also learn the importance of rest for your overall level of health.   

Essential Questions

  • How does fatigue affect your health?
  • What is the function of the endocrine system, and how is it affected by health risks and other factors?