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SALT LAKE CITY — When listing woes that might accrue to sleep-deprived teens, you can add risky decisions about sex.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association on Monday suggests teens who regularly fall short of the recommended 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night may be more likely than well-rested peers to have sex while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, for example.
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