Our sleep patterns change with age.
Newborns sleep about 14 to 17 hours, toddlers sleep about 11-14 hours, school-aged children 9-11 hours, and teenagers sleep about 8-10 hours
Sleep is key for children because it directly impacts physical and mental development.
Most common sleep problems in children and teenagers:
Resisting bed time
Nighttime awakenings
Puberty-related changes affect hormones which can shift the biological clock
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