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Recommendations for Identifying Sleep Problems and Treatment Resources for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Emily Abel1, So Yeon Kim1, Ashleigh M Kellerman1

  • 1Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907 USA.

Behavior Analysis in Practice
|October 13, 2017
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric sleep problems are common, particularly in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This paper offers behavior analysts guidance on identifying and treating sleep issues in children with ASD.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Science
  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Research

Background:

  • Sleep problems significantly impact the daytime functioning of young children.
  • These sleep disturbances are notably more common in children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To equip behavior analysts with research on pediatric sleep issues.
  • To guide the identification and empirical treatment of sleep problems in children with ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current research on pediatric sleep problems.
  • Examination of sleep measurement techniques.
  • Analysis of behavioral sleep treatment options.

Main Results:

  • Prevalence of sleep problems in children with ASD.
  • Effective methods for assessing pediatric sleep.
  • Evidence-based behavioral interventions for sleep issues.

Conclusions:

  • Behavior analysts require specific recommendations for addressing sleep problems in children with ASD.
  • Empirically-informed decisions are crucial for effective sleep treatment.
  • This paper serves as a resource for understanding and managing pediatric sleep disorders in ASD.

Keywords:
Autism spectrum disorderSleep problems

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