Sleep deprivation is a crucial component of the rise of mental health issues among youth.

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https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2022-07-22/mental-health-sleep-deprivation-teens

Only 20% of high schoolers are getting adequate sleep at night. Furthermore, there is evidence that this lack of sleep is linked to depression, anxiety, and even suicide rates. It also is related to lack of judgement and impulsive tendencies, and it is important to modify one's behavior to improve their sleeping habits.

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This claim is 100% valid and draws from a reliable source in the latimes. I think when looking at the rise of mental health issues in youth it's also important to note the various factors that contribute to a sleep deprivation and a lack of a consistent sleep schedule. Teenagers and children have grown up constantly on their phones, lowering their attention span and causing increased risk of lack of sleep. 90% of included studies in a literature review found an association between screen time and delayed bedtime or decreased total sleep. Going to bed on time gives our bodies a chance to rest and recover, however, often teenagers are so glued to their phone and doom scrolling that they forget to put it down to go to bed.

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