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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Nina Massey

Schoolchildren who lack sleep ‘may experience negative impact on their brains’

PA Wire

Primary school children who get less than nine hours of sleep a night have significant differences in brain regions responsible for memory, intelligence and well-being, a new study suggests.

These differences could be associated with greater mental health problems, like depression, anxiety and impulsive behaviours, in those who lacked sleep.

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