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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) in School-Aged Children and Adolescents

Julia Dewald-Kaufmann1, Ed de Bruin2, Gradisar Michael3

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Nussbaumstr. 7, Munich 80336, Germany; Hochschule Fresenius, University of Applied Sciences, Infanteriestr. 11a, Munich 80797, Germany.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) shows promise for children and adolescents, but more research is needed. Parent involvement is key for effective treatment of pediatric insomnia.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in school-aged children and adolescents.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) is the primary treatment for adult insomnia and shows potential for younger populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the effectiveness of CBT-i in children and adolescents.
  • To highlight the need for further research in pediatric insomnia.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on CBT-i for pediatric insomnia.
  • Analysis of CBT-i techniques adapted for children and adolescents.

Main Results:

  • Existing studies indicate promising effects of CBT-i for pediatric insomnia.
  • The number of RCTs in younger age groups remains limited.

Conclusions:

  • CBT-i techniques like sleep restriction, stimulus control, and psychoeducation are applicable to children and adolescents.
  • Parental integration is crucial for successful treatment outcomes in pediatric insomnia.
  • Further research is required to understand specific characteristics and treatment models for child and adolescent insomnia.

Keywords:
AdolescentsChildrenCognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-i)InsomniaSleep problems

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