Study: Social Teens Get Less Sleep. How Can Parents Help?

A study published in Frontiers in Sleep found social teens get less sleep due to busy schedules and ruminating on social interactions, especially girls. Teens need 8-10 hours of sleep for brain development. Parents can help by encouraging exercise, meditation, and journaling. Establishing a wind-down routine and setting a bedtime can improve sleep. Allowing extra sleep on weekends can help teens catch up on rest.