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Behavioral treatment of multiple childhood sleep disorders. Effects on child and family

V M Durand1, J A Mindell

  • 1Department of Psychology, State University of New York, Albany 12222.

Behavior Modification
|January 1, 1990
PubMed

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Graduated extinction effectively treated chronic night waking in a young child. Improved child sleep led to better parental mental health and marital satisfaction, enhancing overall family well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Sleep disorders are common in healthy young children, significantly impacting family dynamics.
  • Chronic night waking and nighttime disturbances present challenges for both children and parents.
  • Behavioral interventions are crucial for addressing pediatric sleep issues.

Observation:

  • A 14-month-old girl experienced chronic night waking and nighttime disturbances.
  • A multiple baseline design was used to implement and assess the treatment.
  • The intervention focused on graduated extinction, a method of gradually delaying responses to crying.

Findings:

  • Graduated extinction rapidly reduced the child's night waking and nighttime disturbances.
  • Parental depression scores showed general improvement following the intervention.
  • Marital satisfaction levels also improved in correlation with the child's improved sleep.

Implications:

  • Graduated extinction is an effective treatment for childhood sleep disorders.
  • Addressing pediatric sleep problems can positively influence parental mental health.
  • Improved child sleep patterns contribute to enhanced overall family satisfaction and functioning.

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