Teens are sleeping less than ever and screens aren’t primarily to blame

A new report finds that teen sleep has declined broadly, with nearly a quarter of teens sleeping five hours or less per night and most sleeping under eight hours. The coverage explains that the trend appears widespread and that screen use is not identified as the main driver. Researchers point to other factors that can reduce sleep, including early school start times, busy schedules, stress, and environmental pressures that shape routines. The story notes research showing that when schools start later, teens tend to sleep longer and show improvements in academic and health-related outcomes. The report frames the findings as a call for changes that support consistent sleep, including policy and scheduling choices.

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Source: NPR (via Ideastream)