Sleep it off
True or False: Staying up late and sleeping in is actually normal for teens.
True
True or False: Teens are more likely to take risks when they’re with friends.
True
How many hours of sleep do teens need each night?
8-10 hours of sleep
Teens are more likely to focus on this when making choices: rewards or consequences?
Rewards
This natural sleep hormone increases later in the evening for teens.
melatonin
What’s one major effect of sleep deprivation on mental health?
depression, anxiety, mood swings
Lack of sleep can affect this part of the brain that controls decision-making.
Prefrontal Cortex