Popular Teenage Girls Report More Sleep Issues, Study Reveals

A new study indicates that popularity among teenagers, especially girls, correlates with reduced sleep and increased insomnia symptoms.

Researchers find that popular teenage girls sleep up to 27 minutes less than their peers.
Increased social demands and emotional investment in friendships contribute to sleep deprivation.
Popularity affects sleep quality both before and after the advent of smartphones, debunking the common belief that screen time is the primary cause.
Insomnia symptoms are notably higher among popular girls compared to boys, suggesting gender-specific sleep challenges.
Experts suggest that extra sleep could significantly improve mental health and school performance for teenagers.