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Poor sleeping patterns are very common among college students in the Philippines because of academic pressures, social activities and other interferences. According to a study, 88% of students have reported sleep deprivation, often sleeping less than 6 hours a day (Toyong, 2022). Though prior studie...

Poor sleeping patterns are very common among college students in the Philippines because of academic pressures, social activities and other interferences. According to a study, 88% of students have reported sleep deprivation, often sleeping less than 6 hours a day (Toyong, 2022). Though prior studies do hold valid evidence endorsing power napping as a strategy for better memory, little research has focused primarily on Filipino college students. Specifically, this research intends to find out whether power naps have the capacity to enhance memory retention among this group of demographic. Furthermore, this study aims at presenting research findings as to increased effectiveness of power napping to enhance memory as a possible strategy towards improving learning in colleges among college students. Research Question: Main Question: 1. Does power napping after studying have any effect on memory enhancements and recall between students who nap and those who do not? 2. How does the quality of sleep during these power naps affect a positive condition of the mind to retain information and retrieve memories? Suggested RQ: 1. Does the amount of load or stress students are under affect the effectiveness of power napping in memory retention? Hypothesis (Suggestion) H0: Power napping does not help in enhancing memory performance and memory recall among college students at Far Eastern University – Cavite than those who do not nap. H1: Taking 10-30 minutes of power naps boost memory retention and recall among college students at Far Eastern University – Cavite compared to those without nap shots.  This type of research, particularly with Filipino college students, enables culture-sensitive outcomes that might not be the same as the results arising from Western cultures. This localized approach makes sure that the recommendations made meet the needs and context of students in the Philippines. This study adds to the increasing body of knowledge regarding the cognitive aspects of napping, inclusive of adults. Compared to prior studies, the present research regards college students, which makes it distinct from previous works targeting children or non-specific adult samples.The conclusion drawn from this study might be useful in indicating how power naps can improve students’ cognition, thus altering traditional learning patterns in learning institutions. Additionally, the results of this research might hold significant implication: Cognitive Benefits: This research will describe how power naps produce themselves in the educational process and outline helpful guidelines for the learners. The results of this study, which may identify the impact of power napping on enhancement of how students remember information, could help students perform better in class. Learning various variables of how to nap also assist stroke students in improving their performance and grades, hence enhancing their performance in the following classes. Guidance for Optimal Study Habits: The study could help determine whether it is best to take power naps before a study session or after it. For instance, it could distinguish whether it is effective to nap soon after studying as opposed to waiting several hours. They would offer guidance for students who seek to enhance their performance within learning institutions to the highest levels. Practical Applications: It may offer feasible advice to students, teachers, and psychological wellbeing experts on the ways that nap can be productive for reinforcement of learning and memory hence would be beneficial to individuals who desire to develop study performance and capacities. Cultural Relevance: This study focused on Filipino college students filling out the gaps in the current literature while providing culturally pertinent results. It recognizes such specific academic challenges and social circumstances that might interfere with the quality and quantity of sleep, as well as the impacts of the lack of sleep on cognition. Future Research Directions: This study may pave the way for future research that could be conducted on the physiological mechanism on napping and memory processes. Other potential research questions include; Brain waves during naps, The effects of various conditions (noise, light) on napping, These kinds of studies would enhance understanding of the sleepy factor’s contribution to cognition. To conclude, the contributions of this study are found in its ability to guide target students to enhance their performance, psychological well-being, and teaching-learning activities in the Philippines and other countries. Participants Target Population The subject population for this particular research framework is the college students who are taking their classes in FEU-C. More specifically the study will target users within the college ranging age of 18-24 years as this population group has higher learning demands and numerous energetic activities that affects their sleeping patterns and quality of rest. Inclusion Criteria To ensure that the study captures relevant data, the following inclusion criteria will be applied: Enrollment Status: A participant must currently be studying as a fulltime college undergraduate at FEU-C. Age Range: The target eligible participants are between the ages of 18 to 24 years. Study Habits: Participants should intensively study at least one or two hours before the session and should complete assignments or work that demands ample concentration. (change) Willingness to Participate: Each subject has to read the consent, fully understand, and agree to abide by the study procedures such as power napping as well as undertaking memory retention exercises. Exclusion Criteria To maintain the integrity of the study and control for confounding variables, the following exclusion criteria will be implemented: Medical Conditions: Students with diagnosed sleep disorders or other medical conditions that can interfere with their sleep, such as insomnia or sleep apnea and others, will be ruled out. Substance Use: Users of stimulants such as caffeine or energy drink, or sedative medications that are likely to interfere with the participant’s sleep will not be included in the study. Irregular Sleep Patterns: Other exclusion criteria would include; students who have irregular sleep schedules or frequently undergo significant sleep disturbances due to factors such as employment, family care duties, etc. Sample Size The target population is limited to FEU-C college students of specific age groups to involve 10-20 participants in the study. This sample size is possible in qualitative analysis and is good enough to help the researcher appreciate the detail of individual experiences on power napping and memory retention while at the same time ensuring that there is enough data to notice the trends. Additional Considerations To improve the consistency of the findings, participants will be required to keep a sleep diary for a week before the study. This diary will help to record their sleep length, quality, and any conditions that might influence their sleep. Such additional information will help to control variations in the subjects’ pre-sleep regulation in relation to the memory retention results in the process of a study. Despite using self-generated samples, this research seeks to avoid common sampling defects by narrowing the target population and clearly defining inclusion and exclusion criteria to make the redoubtable findings relevant to the general case of college students who experience academic strain. (Change) Or Other than the inclusion and exclusion criteria, the participants will also be taken through an orientation before the study is conducted on them. In this particular lecture some details about the aim of the research , significance of power napping and guidelines on how to power nap effectively. Participants will also be given tips on how to properly take a nap such as time to take a nap, appropriate room conditions such as light, noise and relaxation practices. Additionally, participants will be allowed to complete a pre-study self-report paper-and-pencil survey of sleep quality and academic stress—the Carney Sleep Scale and Cohen’s Perceived Stress Scale. This data will be useful in establishing the background and parameters against which the results will be viewed in a bid to understand the impact of power napping on memory retention besides stress, and quality sleep. Thus, by introducing these extra factors into the equation, this research seeks to improve participants’ awareness and attention as well as produce findings that are not only accurate but also relevant to a wide array of college learners struggling academically. https://drcolleencarney.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Am-I-sleepy.pdf- CSS https://www.mindgarden.com/documents/PerceivedStressScale.pdf - CPSS Toyong, P. J. A. (2020). Sleeping Habits, Classroom Behaviour and Academic Performance of Senior High School Students. International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research, 1(1), 54-63. https://doi.org/10.11594/ijmaber.01.01.10