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What lack of sleep does to the teenage brain - Wendy Troxel

Sleep deprivation among American teenagers is an epidemic. Only about 1 in 10 teens gets the 8 to 10 hours of sleep per night recommended by sleep scientists and pediatricians. So, what’s going on? And what changes can be made to address this issue? Wendy Troxel shares how early school start times and public policy are depriving adolescents of sleep at a time when they need it most. Directed by Laura Jayne Hodkin.

English
  • Originally Aired November 18, 2025
  • Runtime 7 minutes
  • Production Code WJhCa12UTsg
  • Network YouTube
  • On Other Sites Official Website
  • Created November 19, 2025 by
    Kocha
  • Modified November 19, 2025 by
    Kocha