The silent storm: How poor sleep, stress and an unhealthy diet fuel a crisis in adolescent mental health Teens with poor sleep are 2.6 times more likely to have suicidal thoughts. Lack of sleep messes with brain chemistry, making it harder to control emotions and increasing irritability. Coming from a disadvantaged background was the strongest link, making teens up to 8.7 times more likely to experience these dangerous thoughts. The stress of financial hardship and lack of access to resources creates a toxic environment for mental well-being. These problems don’t exist alone. Poor sleep leads to poorer food choices (such as…

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