For example, students usually have breaks in between classes, which can be used for studying (qtd. in Lei 196). Many students end up getting coffee and checking social media when they could be productively studying. Additionally, studying in these one to two hour gaps of time allow the brain to stay active; whereas if a student studied for a five hour block, he or she would have to take breaks in order to remain effective in studying (qtd. in Lei 197). Studying between classes also allows more time in the evening for eating dinner, socializing with friends, or whatever a student prefers to do with his or her free time (Lei 196). Many students depend on the evening hours to accomplish their lengthy to-do list, but this tactic often invades on…show more content… The connection between reducing stress and deep breathing is linked by the autonomic nervous system, which involves the involuntary actions of the brain (qtd. in Jerath, et al. 107). The autonomic nervous system is broken down into two separate pathways: the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. The parasympathetic nervous system is known as the “rest and digest” pathway because it sends stimulations to relax the body and continue with digestion. On the opposite end of the spectrum in the sympathetic nervous system. This system is also known as “fight or flight” because it increases body functions like heart rate, respiratory rate, and neurotransmitter release to prepare the body for extreme action. The study done by Jerath, et al. shows that deep breathing, particularly slow inspiration, actually inhibits the sympathetic nervous system response (qtd. in Jerath, et al. 108). Therefore, the “fight or flight” response is limited, and the body becomes more relaxed. Different deep breathing techniques have been proven to reduce stress and anxiety, which is directly related to the inhibition of the sympathetic nervous system (qtd. in Jerath, et al. 111). A study done to test the effectiveness of deep breathing on people with high levels of stress in their lives by incorporating deep breathing into meditation and other relaxation techniques. The results showed that the individuals tested had noticeable decreases in their stress and anxiety levels (qtd. in Jerath, et al. 111). Deep breathing exercises, which are also used in meditation and yoga, can reduce the stress of students to prevent the use of study
