Why Do Teens Sleep So Much?

Teens need more sleep because their bodies and minds are growing quickly. Scientific research shows that many teens do not get enough sleep. To be at your best, you need between 8 and 10 hours of sleep every day. While you might not always be able to get this much, it's important to try and get as much as you can.

Is it normal for my teenager to sleep all the time?

Adolescents have a reputation for sleeping all the time — for good reason. Most of the time, this is a perfectly normal aspect of adolescence. This sudden change in sleep patterns, even if it's perfectly normal, probably looks like a serious problem.

How much sleep is too much teenager?

Summary. Sleep research suggests that a teenager needs between eight and 10 hours of sleep every night. Most teenagers only get about 6.5-7.5 hours sleep per night.