As the school year begins, many families focus on homework, extracurricular activities, and getting out the door on time each morning. But one of the most important parts of a healthy school-year routine often gets overlooked: sleep. Most teenagers need 8 to 10 hours [...]
Is your teen staying up past midnight and sleeping in late? That habit might be doing more than making mornings rough. A new study from Penn State College of Medicine found that teens who keep later bedtimes and wake times were more likely to [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is excited to kick off the 2026 AASM “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. This annual event invites teens to get creative, share their voice, and help others understand why sleep matters. It’s a fun way to [...]
Summer break is a time for fun, freedom — and staying up way too late. But as the school year creeps closer, it's time to reset those sleep habits. A solid sleep schedule helps kids and teens stay sharp, focused and ready to learn [...]
A recent study highlighted a troubling trend: rising exposures to caffeine energy products among children and teens, leading to increased reports to poison control centers. The findings shed light on the widespread and potentially dangerous nature of these exposures. Study reveals trends in kids' [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is calling on parents, educators, health care professionals and policymakers to prioritize children’s sleep. In line with the presidential administration’s "Make America Healthy Again" initiative, the AASM emphasizes that healthy sleep is essential for children’s development, well-being and [...]
Many parents want to make sure their child gets good sleep. Some try a strict bedtime or limit screen time. But lately, more parents are turning to melatonin. In fact, almost half (45%) of parents say they have given melatonin to a child under [...]
Congratulations to the three students selected as the winners of the 2024 AASM High School Video Contest! This year’s contest focused on helping teens understand why sleep is important to their success either in school, health, safety, sports, relationships, or another area. Contestants were asked [...]
Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2024 “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens and how proper sleep leads to better [...]
Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2023 “Unplug to Recharge” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens and the effect of technology on teen [...]
