U.S. teens experience consequences of not getting enough sleep 2013
This statistic depicts the proportion of U.S. teenagers that reported stress and other consequences based on whether or not they receive at least 8 hours of sleep on school nights in 2013. Of those who received less than 8 hours of sleep on school nights, 46 percent reported feeling nervous or anxious. Lack of sleep can lead to stress which can impact overall health despite a lack of awareness. High stress can weaken the immune system and cause exhaustion in the body. School is one of the most common sources of stress for teenagers.