Lisa Meltzer

Lisa Meltzer, an associate professor of pediatrics and pediatric sleep psychologist, dives into California's groundbreaking legislation that mandates later school start times for middle and high school students. She discusses how this change aligns with adolescents' natural sleep patterns and its potential benefits for mental health and academic performance. The conversation also addresses the controversies surrounding school schedules and emphasizes the critical need for adequate sleep in youth development, spotlighting the importance of prioritizing sleep in educational settings.