An initiative by TheYouthTalks with Happy Heart & Soul, our Wellness Consulting Partner
About the Research
Students balance a wide range of academic, personal and extracurricular commitments throughout their education. Their daily routines, study habits, use of technology and schedules vary widely, as do their sleep patterns. This research is for those students for whom sleep is a major cause of concern that affects their daily life.
The Student Sleep Health Research is an initiative by TheYouthTalks with Happy Heart & Soul to study the underlying factors affecting students' sleep health. Rather than making assumptions, we want to listen from students. This research aims to build a clear understanding that can inform meaningful, evidence-based solutions where they are needed.
Findings will be published as a public research report to spark informed conversations among students, educators, universities, employers and policymakers.
The research gives an opportunity to students to opt in for a 1-1 healing consultation to manage their sleep health. This is not a replacement for any medical diagnosis and treatment.
The genesis of this research
The research Chair, Vanita Keswani — a former MEDIA AGENCY EXECUTIVE and a SPIRITUAL HEALING PRACTITIONER — recently had the privilege of addressing a group of medical students. These are her words:
“During my time at the medical institute, I ran a poll to understand what was the most pressuring issue or concern for these students. The results were rather surprising. Given the demographic, I was expecting academic pressure, concerns about career, peer pressure or relationship challenges to emerge. However, the concern that was undisputedly number one was sleep.
The emergence of sleep as the predominant issue was an important reality check and wake-up call for me to go deeper to understand the underlying causes behind this. In partnership with Youth Talks, we are working on uncovering what is happening beneath the surface. Our goal is to build on the vital insights from this research to find meaningful and holistic ways to help students tackle their sleep issues.”
Guided by people students trust
A jury of respected voices reviews our methodology, helps interpret the findings and lends credibility to the research.
Vanita Keswani
Research Chair · Soul Teacher & Healer, Mumbai
A Mumbai-based Soul Teacher and Healer, Vanita guides people from mechanical survival into deeply soul empowered lives. She teaches practical Soul techniques for soul-heart-mind-body alignment, and works with Tao healing modalities for physical, emotional, mental, relational and financial wellbeing. As Research Chair, she anchors the project in rest, balance and lasting inner peace.
ProfileJuror Two
Designation · Organisation
Short bio — background, expertise and why they are part of the jury for Student Sleep Health.
Juror Three
Designation · Organisation
Short bio — background, expertise and why they are part of the jury for Student Sleep Health.
Ready to add your voice?
Two short parts — About You and a quick questionnaire. ~3–5 minutes, anonymous.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Student Sleep Health initiative?
The Student Sleep Health initiative is a research to study the underlying factors affecting students' sleep health and to provide support to students who would like to heal their sleep issues.
Who is running the study?
It is an initiative by TheYouthTalks in collaboration with Happy Heart & Soul, a wellness consulting firm.
Is the survey anonymous?
Yes. The questionnaire is anonymous. Any contact details you choose to share are stored separately from your survey answers.
How long does the survey take?
Three to five minutes.
Who can take part?
Any student in India.
Will I receive the research report?
Yes. You can optionally share your email to be notified when the public research report is published.
Does the initiative provide medical advice?
No. The research gives an opportunity to students to opt in for a 1-1 healing consultation to manage their sleep health. This is not a replacement for any medical diagnosis and treatment.