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The National Sleep Foundation recommends that teenagers (14–17 years) obtain 8 to 10 hours of sleep. [9] Their recommendation further stipulates that less than 7 hours and more than 11 hours of sleep may be harmful.
Sleep deprivation is common as it affects about one-third of the population. [3] The National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults aim for 7–9 hours of sleep per night, while children and teenagers require even more. For healthy individuals with normal sleep, the appropriate sleep duration for school-aged children is between 9 and 11 hours.
Hours of sleep recommended for each age group [91] Age and condition Sleep needs Newborns (0–3 months) 14 to 17 hours Infants (4–11 months) 12 to 15 hours Toddlers (1–2 years) 11 to 14 hours Preschoolers (3–4 years) 10 to 13 hours School-age children (5–12 years) 9 to 11 hours Teenagers (13–17 years) 8 to 10 hours
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Later school starts are associated with increased sleep for students. Almost 70% of teens reportedly do not get enough sleep [5] and there are reported increases in stimulant abuse, weight gain, risk of diabetes, [32] immune disorders, mood swings, depression, and suicidal ideation, as well as reduced impulse control.
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