Researcher: Daniel Willingham, University of Virginia
Question: “If you could magically make parents do ONE thing this coming school year to support their child, what would it be?”
Answer: Sleep!
Why?: The consequences of sleep deprivation can be harsh: depression, anxiety, inattention, conduct problems, drug and alcohol abuse and impaired cognitive functioning. Sleep deprivation also affects emotional regulation; a mother can tell when her child is tired just by how easily she gets irritated.
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