Later school start times could most benefit an adolescent's well-being, resulting in positive outcomes. Teenagers are recommended that they get 8-9 hours of sleep each night to function best, but the vast majority don’t get that sleep. Not getting enough sleep can have a negative impact on your health. According to Dr. Mercola,“ Lack of sleep has many ramifications, from minor to major, depending on your accumulated sleep debt. Short term, lack of sleep tends to have an immediate effect on your mental and emotional states.” (Mercola, 1). Poor sleep can lead to major health problems, such as obesity diabetes, cancer, and a short life expectancy. A study completed at St. George School in Rhode Island Middletown, found that pushing the school
