During adolescence, the brain undergoes significant development, likened to upgrading from a dirt road to a paved freeway. However, this process can be hindered by sleep deprivation, which can lead to increased risk-taking, impulsivity, and exacerbation of mental health issues.

In this episode Lisa L. Lewis suggests making sleep a family priority, modeling good sleep habits, and having ongoing conversations about the importance of sleep. She also recommends assessing the factors that may be contributing to late bedtimes, such as overscheduling or excessive tech use, and working collaboratively with teens to address these issues.

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5:08 The importance of Sleep in Adolescents

14:53 Understanding Teenager’s Brain Development

20:46 The Role of Parents in Modeling Healthy Sleep Habits

25:51 Navigating Technology and Sleep



Guest: Lisa L Lewis, MS

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During adolescence, the brain undergoes significant development, likened to upgrading from a dirt road to a paved freeway. However, this process can be hindered by sleep deprivation, which can lead to increased risk-taking, impulsivity, and exacerbation of mental health issues.
In this episode Lisa L. Lewis suggests making sleep a family priority, modeling good sleep habits, and having ongoing conversations about the importance of sleep. She also recommends assessing the factors that may be contributing to late bedtimes, such as overscheduling or excessive tech use, and working collaboratively with teens to address these issues.
Listen For
5:08 The importance of Sleep in Adolescents
14:53 Understanding Teenager’s Brain Development
20:46 The Role of Parents in Modeling Healthy Sleep Habits
25:51 Navigating Technology and Sleep
 
Guest: Lisa L Lewis, MS
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<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/16/books/review/theres-no-instruction-manual-for-parenthood-books-can-help.html?unlocked_article_code=bQBLy9n2z5AwQpnRnRB4AwQ5IOuObWZqU3cAmEw-T9WyBi54jNrhDRAmZ0o8DLV-RQRH2RSQsOrCfWaqfU2vVFG1baW78gwXZ9UM9k676iaYtODEpIXwhkP_xlaPk8OErrZsX6FsMm3ohUISh0SXhllxgwA7uG69_QB2s9BOdirCz-36sR2TiyHzD1IecmSy-2SG8M10BB8AJZi-4YrMJnoNwMU8Vy8OEScnZLh7tkcNsk3dEg3xP7BbEvVsXeSLLSR1podE8Tu6ts2WDpV6wFy8BAiLXcm18eXYm6Udqv4ddaI5YAADZxZfOhnNgCJWA_QxxEJv4Si6Ecwk_P8TLgHxy3mqnrVAEtopNhA7x6q7tI1n25MfVXr9fPyjJIP6Ym8as_wwwayZ&amp;smid=share-url">Read</a> the New York Times review of The Sleep-Deprived Teen
 
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