Forget about student loan debt. There's a far more serious debt that occurs earlier in a young person's life, one that - according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) - could endanger their safety, along with the safety of those sharing the road with them.
As demands on teenagers' schedules increase, it is easy for sleep to fall off the priority list. Research shows that getting plenty of sleep helps teens complete tasks more efficiently, think clearly and creatively all day long-and stay alert while driving.