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[Insights and recommendations on the sleep of children and adolescents]

Raïssa-Marie Chevrot1, Carmen M Schröder2

  • 1Service de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, Pôle psychiatrie, santé mentale et addictologie, Hôpitaux universitaires de Strasbourg, 1 place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg cedex, France; Centre des troubles du sommeil (CIRCSom), Hôpitaux universitaires de Strasbourg, 1 place de l'Hôpital, 67091 Strasbourg cedex, France.

Soins. Pediatrie, Puericulture
|October 23, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric sleep disorders are common and impact children and families. Understanding sleep physiology helps professionals guide parents in establishing healthy sleep habits for young children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Child Psychiatry
  • Maternal and Child Welfare

Background:

  • Sleep disorders are a frequent concern in pediatric consultations.
  • These disorders can significantly affect the child and their family.
  • Organic causes for sleep issues should be ruled out first.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of addressing pediatric sleep disorders.
  • To emphasize the role of sleep physiology knowledge for professionals.
  • To guide parents in establishing healthy sleep habits for children.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common pediatric sleep disorder complaints.
  • Analysis of the impact of sleep disorders on child development and family well-being.
  • Focus on non-organic causes and behavioral interventions.

Main Results:

  • Knowledge of sleep physiology and rhythms is crucial for effective intervention.
  • Early childhood professionals can empower parents with strategies for better sleep.
  • Establishing good sleep habits is key to managing common sleep problems.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric sleep disorders require attention due to their significant consequences.
  • Educating parents on sleep hygiene is an effective strategy for professionals.
  • A thorough understanding of sleep science aids in managing childhood sleep issues.

Keywords:
childcircadian rhythmdevelopmentdéveloppementenfantpaediatricspédiatrierythme circadiensleepsommeil

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