Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 2328 of 2368

A parent asks why their teenager is not sleepy until late at night. What is the best response?

"Melatonin is released and peaks later in teens, so later bedtimes are natural."
"Teens release extra cortisol in the evening, which keeps them awake until late."
"Teens have lower adenosine levels than adults, so they feel sleepy much later."
"This is a sign of a sleep disorder that needs treatment as soon as possible."

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Correct answer: "Melatonin is released and peaks later in teens, so later bedtimes are natural."

Melatonin peaks later in teens, so many prefer later bedtimes and later mornings.

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026