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A hormone that helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle

Melatonin. It is released later in teenagers than in adults, making them feel tired later and making it difficult for them to wake up early.

What were the findings of the long-term study at the British state school?

Starting school an hour and a half later, reduced 50% the number of students getting ill. It also led to better academic results.

Why did Hannah believe that teenagers should have a later school starting time?

Due to early school starts. A later start time would lead to greater productivity and better exam results.

Do you think the UK government made the right decision in not officially changing the school starting time? Why or why not?

You tell me

What were some of the health problems associated with lack of sleep in teenagers?

Exhaustion, depression, and other mental health issues.

What were some of the arguments against changing the school starting time?

Soft-parenting and late-night gaming were the real causes of teenage tiredness, not early school starts.

Why was the outcome of the parliamentary debate disappointing for Hannah?

The government decided not to officially change the school starting time, leaving it up to individual schools to decide.