Running on Empty

Sleeplessness in American Teens

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Pub Date 06 Apr 2021 | Archive Date 05 Apr 2021
Lerner Publishing Group | Twenty-First Century Books ™

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Description

Young adults need eight to ten hours of sleep each night, yet nearly half fail to get the sleep they need, and nearly a third have fallen asleep in school due to insufficient sleep. So many Americans—both teens and adults—lack quality sleep that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls sleep deprivation a public health epidemic. Chronic sleep deprivation leads to poor performance during the day and impacts stress levels, academic performance, and physical and mental health. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that sleeping difficulties contribute to one-third of auto accidents. And drowsy-driving can lead to fatalities.

Author and registered nurse, Connie Goldsmith presents a much needed scientific and informative approach to the topic of sleep, making the case for taking measures to get adequate and quality sleep each night to combat anxiety, depression, and stress. Running on Empty: Sleeplessness in American Teens provides readers with information on the why and tips for the how to sleep well.

Young adults need eight to ten hours of sleep each night, yet nearly half fail to get the sleep they need, and nearly a third have fallen asleep in school due to insufficient sleep. So many...


Advance Praise

"This worthwhile book offers both a wake-up call and a practical guide for teens who need sleep."—Booklist


"A thoroughly researched and approachable introduction to an important subject."—Kirkus Reviews

"This worthwhile book offers both a wake-up call and a practical guide for teens who need sleep."—Booklist


"A thoroughly researched and approachable introduction to an important subject."—Kirkus...


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EDITION Hardcover
ISBN 9781728415765
PRICE $37.32 (USD)
PAGES 112

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