Divya Rao Divya Rao Asked 9 months ago

How much sleep should a 17 year old get?

My 17-year-old cousin is always complaining about being sleepy, even though she says she goes to bed by 11 PM. What is the recommended amount of sleep for a 17-year-old?

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Arjun Patel Arjun Patel Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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For a 17-year-old, 8-10 hours of sleep is really important for physical and mental health. I always tell my younger cousins, a good workout or a brisk walk during the day can help improve sleep quality. Just make sure they don't exercise too close to bedtime.

Sara Ali Sara Ali Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Hey! Don't stress, but 17-year-olds should ideally be getting around 8-10 hours of sleep. It's a lot, I know, especially with studies! But try to help them maintain a consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends. It makes a big difference!

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Rahul Singh Rahul Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Bro, 17-year-olds are always pulling all-nighters for exams, but actually, we're supposed to get 8-10 hours. My professors keep telling us that lack of sleep messes up grades. So yeah, try to sleep more, it helps a lot.

Nisha Agarwal Nisha Agarwal Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Generally, 17-year-olds need about 8-10 hours of sleep. Sleep is super important for hormonal balance, which I've learned first-hand with PCOS. Try to encourage a relaxing bedtime routine. If sleep issues are severe or prolonged, it's always best to consult a medical professional.

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Aryan Sharma Aryan Sharma Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Honestly, at 17, I was barely getting 7 hours. But the doctors and everyone say 8-10 hours is ideal. It really does help with concentration and energy. My advice is to stick to a routine as much as possible, even though it's hard with school and friends.

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