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The Japanese version of the children's sleep habits questionnaire (CSHQ-J): A validation study and influencing

Ryuta Ishii1, Hitoshi Obara2, Shinichiro Nagamitsu3

  • 1Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Kurume University School of Medicine, Japan.

Brain & Development
|July 5, 2022
PubMed

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The validated Japanese Child's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ-J) effectively screens pediatric sleep disorders. Co-sleeping, supplemental sleep, and child's age impact scores.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Psychometrics
  • Child Health

Background:

  • Pediatric sleep disorders are prevalent and impact child development.
  • Validated screening tools are crucial for early detection and intervention.
  • The Child's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ) is a widely used tool, necessitating culturally adapted versions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To validate the Japanese version of the Child's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ-J).
  • To identify factors influencing the CSHQ-J total score in a Japanese pediatric population.
  • To establish the utility of the CSHQ-J as a screening tool for pediatric sleep disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 3158 children (aged 4-12 years) and their parents/guardians.
  • Data collection included CSHQ-J, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and demographic/clinical information.
  • Statistical analyses included exploratory/confirmatory factor analysis, internal consistency (Cronbach's α), and multivariate analysis.

Main Results:

  • Analysis of 1688 participants aged 4-10 years. CSHQ-J subscale internal consistency ranged from 0.43 to 0.68.
  • Confirmatory and exploratory factor analyses did not converge.
  • Multivariate analysis identified co-sleeping, supplemental sleep, and child's age as significant factors influencing CSHQ-J scores. Present illness, particularly adenoids, also showed influence.

Conclusions:

  • The CSHQ-J demonstrates adequate internal consistency and is a valuable tool for screening pediatric sleep disorders.
  • Factors such as supplemental sleep, co-sleeping habits, and child's age are important considerations when interpreting CSHQ-J results.
  • The CSHQ-J facilitates the identification of sleep problems in Japanese children.
Abstract

Keywords:
HabitsMultivariate analysisPediatricsQuestionnairesSleepValidation study

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