Mike's parents understand that at 16, he needs more rest than he is getting. They have a strict bed time of 10:00 p.m. on school nights. Unfortunately, Mike is wide awake and cannot sleep. Which of the following explains this situation?

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The situation described is most likely due to phase delay, a shift in the sleep-wake cycle often experienced during adolescence. This shift makes teenagers feel more awake at night and have difficulty falling asleep at conventional bedtimes.

Mike's Parents Understand That at 16, He Needs More Rest