Sleep is the silent link in learning

Evidence is mounting that children who don't get enough sleep are at risk of learning difficulties, obesity and other health problems.

Sleep disturbances affect the pre-frontal cortex, the part of the brain that regulates emotions and behaviour.

Evidence suggests that lack of sleep or impaired sleep quality is strongly linked to behavioural disorders in children, such as increased aggression and conduct problems.

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