Napping Helps Sleepy Teens (IMAGE) University of Delaware Caption A new study suggests an association between habitual midday napping and neurocognitive function in early adolescents, especially in China, where midday napping is a cultural practice. Credit University of Delaware/Photo Illustration by Jeff Chase Usage Restrictions Must credit University of Delaware/ Photo Illustration by Jeff Chase License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.