Kids and teens are always resistant to sleep, but the proper amount of sleep is crucial for better physical and mental health. While the amount of sleep for a healthy life does decrease as students get older, high schoolers still need an average of 8–9 hours of sleep per night, with younger students needing up to 11 hours per night.
Children who consistently don’t get enough sleep experience long-term problems in academic performance, school absenteeism, poor impulse control, risk-taking behavior, and impaired social functioning.
During Mental Health Awareness Month, work toward establishing a healthy sleep routine so your child gets in the habit of getting the proper amount of sleep.