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Sleep disorders during childhood: a practical review
D Ophoff1, M A Slaats1,2, A Boudewyns3
1Department of Pediatrics, Antwerp University Hospital, Wilrijkstraat 10, 2650, Edegem, Belgium.
Abstract:
Sleep disorders are a common problem during childhood. The consequences are variable, and sleep disorders can influence medical, psychological and developmental aspects of the growing child. It is important to recognize sleep disorders and to treat them correctly. We discuss common sleep disorders during childhood using the 3rd edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. We analyze the different sleep disorders from a clinical approach and provide an overview of adequate treatment options.Conlusion: This review discusses common sleep disorders during childhood using the 3rd edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. We analyze the different sleep disorders from a clinical approach and provide an overview of adequate treatment options. What is known: • Sleep disorders are a common problem during childhood. • The consequences are variable, and sleep disorders can influence medical, psychological, and developmental aspects of the growing child. What is new: • Pediatricians should routinely screen for sleep and sleep disorders. • It is important to recognize sleep disorders and to treat them correctly.
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