Teenagers around New York are adjusting to a shock to their system with the return to school and early wake up calls.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 78% of high school students don't get enough sleep on an average school night.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends teens get between eight and 10 hours of sleep a night.

They are also recommending schools not begin classes until at least 8:30 a.m., because teens are naturally programmed to be more alert later in the morning.

For families looking for help, the group recently produced a video to help sleep-deprived teens get a better night's rest.

Here are some of the AASM’s tips:

  • Daily physical activity
  • No caffeine after school
  • Limiting after school naps to just 30 minutes,
  • Having meals around the same time every day
  • Keeping indoor lights dim at night
  • Putting electronics away 30 minutes before bedtime
  • Giving yourself extra time to relax before bed
  • Setting a bedtime that ensures at least eight hours of sleep