Insufficient sleep is one of the most common health risks in adolescents and is associated with worse cognitive performance and academic achievement, as well as depression, other mental health conditions, and physical concerns. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend adolescents aged 13 to 18 years sleep for 8 to 10 hours each night. Yet, studies have found that adequate sleep eludes most adolescents.
JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) published a clinical update in Research Highlights on 07 Apr 2026.
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