Describe typical sleep patterns from childhood through adolescence.

Describe typical sleep patterns from childhood through adolescence.

• A. Children require 9-11 hours; adolescents have later bedtimes and sleep deprivation due to eveningness and school.
• B. Children require 7-8 hours; adolescents require 12-14 hours.
• C. Children require 10-12 hours; adolescents require 6-8 hours.
• D. Children require 6-7 hours; adolescents require 8-9 hours.

Answer: (A)