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Excessive Screen Time Linked to Sleep and Depression in Teens

4/12/2025

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Excessive screen time is wreaking havoc on the sleep of Swedish adolescents, with a study of 4,810 teens revealing a troubling connection to rising depression rates, especially among girls. Researchers emphasize that poor sleep exacerbates mood issues, urging families to limit screen exposure for healthier sleep and brighter mental well-being.

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Excessive screen time is wreaking havoc on the sleep of Swedish adolescents, with a study of 4,810 teens revealing a troubling connection to rising depression rates, especially among girls. Researchers emphasize that poor sleep exacerbates mood issues, urging families to limit screen exposure for healthier sleep and brighter mental well-being.