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Patterns and problems of sleep in school going children
Bhavneet Bharti1, Prahbhjot Malhi, Sapna Kashyap
1Department of Pediatrics, Advanced Pediatric Center, Postgraduate Institute of Medical and Education and Research, Chandigarh 160 012, India. bhavneetb@yahoo.com
Indian Pediatrics
|February 9, 2006
Summary
Sleep problems are common in young children, affecting over 40%. Nuclear family structure was a significant predictor of these sleep issues in school-aged children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Sleep Medicine
- Child Health
Background:
- Sleep habits and problems are crucial for child development.
- Understanding sleep patterns in young children is essential for early intervention.
- Prevalence of sleep disorders in healthy school-aged children requires investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess sleep habits and problems in healthy school-aged children (3-10 years).
- To identify factors associated with sleep-related problems in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 103 healthy school-aged children.
- Data collected during hospital visits for minor illnesses or routine immunizations.
- Statistical analysis including univariate and logistic regression models.
Main Results:
- Average daily sleep duration was 10.32 hours; 28.2% took daytime naps.
- Co-sleeping was reported in 93% of children.
- Sleep problems affected 42.7%, including nocturnal enuresis, sleep talking, and bruxism.
- Nuclear family structure was a significant predictor (OR 2.41) of sleep problems.
Conclusions:
- Sleep problems are frequent in healthy school-aged children presenting in general pediatric practice.
- Nuclear family environment is associated with increased risk of sleep disorders in children.
- Further research into pediatric sleep disturbances and family dynamics is warranted.