Does this scenario sound familiar? A high school athlete complains to his or her parents, coach or athletic trainer about chronic fatigue, headaches, poor performance on the field and lack of focus in the classroom.

She thought the symptoms would pass in time but finds that her health and schoolwork are suffering. She does not appear ill, nor has she sustained an injury that would bring on these types of symptoms.

After undergoing a thorough exam including medical history to rule out an illness or injury, perhaps the adage, “sometimes the simplest answer is the correct one” applies: This athlete may be experiencing sleep issues.