No Gold Medals in the No Sleep Olympics

Did you read the article about the teen who won a gold medal in the No Sleep Olympics? No, you didn’t because there are no winners when teens don’t get enough sleep. Bragging about being busy has become a badge of honor, and we need to support teens as they fight back and grab their Zzzzzs. Sacrificing sleep doesn’t mean your teen is working harder; they’re just working unhealthier because sleep is an investment in their quality of life. Make sure your teen is prioritizing sleep—over work, relationships, and even fake Olympic events.

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About Melissa Ford

Melissa Ford is the senior strategist at Women Online. As a writer, she covers a diverse range of topics including education, health, technology, and parenting. She is also the mother of amazing twin teens.

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