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Is your teen sleep-deprived? These expert bedtime tips could help

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Adolescents need between eight and 10 hours of sleep, according to the CDC .

Nearly 80% of American teens aren't getting that, and experts say it's affecting mental health and school attendance.

Separate children from their devices at night and get to bed around the same time each night .

More teenage car accidents come from drowsy driving than driving under the influence of alcohol.

Teens who say they get less than eight hours of sleep a night are more likely to text while driving, not wear a seat belt, drink and drive.

Teenagers who get more sleep perform better in sports, and when they do get injuries, they have a quicker recovery time.

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