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Storm Newton

So-called ‘social jet lag’ linked to higher anxiety levels in teenagers – study

Early starts on school days and lie ins at the weekend could be worsening anxiety in teenagers, a study suggests.

The change in schedules dictated by school, work or free-time may have a similar effect to jet lag, according to researchers.

The findings, published in the journal Sleep Medicine Reviews, highlight the importance of regular bedtimes, even at weekends, experts said.

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