Pooja Reddy Pooja Reddy Asked 6 months ago

How many hours of sleep do 17 year olds need?

My 17-year-old daughter is constantly stressed with college applications and coaching classes. She looks exhausted. How many hours of sleep do 17-year-olds typically need to handle all this pressure?

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Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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For 17-year-olds, it's still about 8 to 10 hours. I remember during my 12th standard, sacrificing sleep for studies was a huge mistake. It just made me less efficient. Prioritizing sleep really helps with focus and memory retention.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

17-year-olds need 8 to 10 hours of sleep. Honestly, I wish I could get that much now! But seriously, for their age, with all the studies and growing up, it's essential. Make sure they switch off those phones!

Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get that at 17, sleep feels like a luxury! But truly, they still need 8 to 10 hours. Their brains are still developing and dealing with so much stress from exams and social life. Lack of sleep can really impact their mood and concentration.

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Kartik Malik Kartik Malik Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Dude, at 17, I was always tired because I thought sleeping was for losers. Big mistake. You need 8-10 hours, minimum. Otherwise, exams me kuch yaad nahi rehta, aur energy bhi nahi hoti.

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Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Based on my own experience and what I see with my younger cousins, 17-year-olds generally need around 8 to 10 hours of sleep. When they get less, it shows in their mood and energy. I can't give medical advice, but good sleep definitely helps them feel better.

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