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    What do I do if adults always check up on me and are overprotective?
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    If you really want to stay up all night and your parents check on, pretend to be asleep whenever you hear them coming. They need to sleep some time, so they can't possibly come in all night long.
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    What do I do if I want to watch TV, but the living room is right by my parents' door?
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    If you have Netflix or any other online movie streaming service, you can watch a movie on at device with headphones so you don't wake your parents.
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    How long is each period of the night?
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    Each period is about two to four hours: Early night: 9pm-12am; Midnight: 12-2am; Early morning: 2-4am and Dawn: 4-8am.
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    If I'm not allowed to have any lights on, what fun activities can I do in the dark?
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    You can use electronics. Electronic screens glow, so you can see the screen in the dark. Listening to music with headphones on is another good idea. If you have headphones on, cover only one ear, so you can hear if your parents are coming. Earbuds are a better option, because they are easier to hide if you hear your parents coming.
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    What if my mom already knows I'm going to be up?
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    In that case, it is easier, but you still have to be quiet. You don't have to be secretive, but you do have to stay quiet, as there are other people still sleeping in the house.
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    What if I use the bathroom and wake my mom and dad up by flushing?
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    Just apologize and tell them that you needed to go to the bathroom. It's not like you can help it!
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    What do I do if one of my parents stays up all night too?
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    You stay in your room and close the door, and if your parents come in to check on you, either quickly hide your device, or say you were just setting an alarm.
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    What if I don't have access to snacks?
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    Drinking a lot of water can make coping with hunger easier.
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    Will I get caught if I use my phone as a flashlight?
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    It depends on how bright your phone's flashlight is. If you get caught, you could always say you turned it on accidentally, or you were looking for something (be prepared to explain what is the something).
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    Would it be best to stay up all night if I'm excited about something happening the next morning?
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    That's probably not the best idea, because you might be so tired the next day that you won't be able to enjoy whatever you're looking forward to.
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    What if my parents come into the living room and see me awake?
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    Say you were getting a drink of water or going to the bathroom... or tell the truth.
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    What if I'm the only person awake?
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    Try to be as quiet as possible so you don't wake up your parents or siblings, but you can have a small light on and keep yourself entertained with quiet activities (like reading or coloring).
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    If I use a computer, should I turn the brightness up or down?
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    It depends on where you are. If you are in the same room as someone else sleeping, go into another room. However, if you are in a room with no one else in it, you should turn the brightness up, as it will keep you awake. But be careful if the device is not plugged in, as the battery will get used up a bit faster.
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    Instead of playing with friends, can I be interactive with a small, quiet pet instead?
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    Yes! Small, quiet pets are great for this purpose.
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    What if I can't get snacks without my parents noticing?
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    You could try sneaking some snacks during the day and hiding them in your room. That way you don't have to worry about your parents hearing or seeing you when you want a snack at night.
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    What can I do if I can't leave my bed and I only have my phone?
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    Browse the internet, watch YouTube, play apps and games, listen to iTunes, download a film to watch, use Netflix or call or text a friend.
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    What if I get caught?
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    Tell the truth, or fib and tell your parents you couldn't sleep, or you were thirsty.
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    What if I need to do work, but I'm really tired?
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    Splash yourself with cold water. This will help wake you up so you can concentrate better. If you don't have too much work left and it's getting late, set your alarm for a little bit earlier than usual, go to bed, and finish your work in the morning.
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    What if an intruder comes in?
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    This is very unlikely to happen. If it does, grab a phone and call 911 if possible, otherwise just find a good place to hide and stay there.
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    I've done consistent late nights for about four months, with six all-night events. What can I do to not be tired, but still continue to pull this off?
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    Perhaps you should take a break for a week or two, and allow your body to recuperate.
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    What if I'm sleeping with my parents?
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    In that case, it may not be smart to stay up late, because your parents could easily see you. Perhaps you could read or go to a different room.
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    Does morning start at 5:30 AM when the sun rises?
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    Generally, yes, morning starts when the sun rises.
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    What if I sleep in the same room with my parents?
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    If you have a phone, then you can listen to music using headphones/earbuds, or you can read using an electronic reading device if you have one. Make sure to dim the screen brightness so that your parents don't wake up.
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    How can I do this without electronics?
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    Do some drawing or play a board game to keep you up.
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    What do I do if my parents get up a lot in the middle of the night to use the bathroom?
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    Be quiet. Your parents might go to bathroom and look in your room and notice that you're not in bed. If they catch you, say that you just wanted a drink of water and wait until they go back to bed.
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    Is staying up late healthy?
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    No, you should at least get 8 hours of sleep every day for optimal health and focus.
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    What can I do if I get bored?
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    Watch TV or play on your Tablet, phone, etc. and if you are really bored just go to sleep.
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    When should I start moving around the house?
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    You should wait until at least a half hour after your parents have gone to bed to start moving around.
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    How do I call friends at night without get caught by my parents?
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    Even if you speak softly, you could still easily be caught. It's better to text instead.
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    What if I have no headphones, and I want to listen to music?
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    If you are in a room by yourself, keep it low, but if you are with other people, find another quiet activity.
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