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Regular Bedtimes Among Children Aged 5-17 Years: United States, 2020

Amanda E Ng, Dzifa Adjaye-Gbewonyo, Lindsey I Black

    NCHS Data Brief
    |July 6, 2022
    PubMed

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    Many children do not get enough sleep, with only two-thirds meeting recommended hours. This study examines regular bedtimes in children aged 5-17 using National Health Interview Survey data.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
    • Public Health Research
    • Child Development

    Background:

    • The American Academy of Sleep Medicine sets sleep guidelines: 9-12 hours for ages 6-12 and 8-10 hours for ages 13-18.
    • A significant portion of children do not meet these recommended sleep durations.
    • Establishing regular bedtimes is crucial for children's health and well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the prevalence of regular bedtimes among children aged 5-17 years.
    • To identify factors associated with regular bedtime practices in children.
    • To provide data on sleep habits for public health initiatives.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized data from the 2020 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS).
    • Defined regular bedtimes as consistent sleep schedules on school nights.
    • Analyzed sleep patterns based on sociodemographic factors, family structure, Social Vulnerability Index (SVI), income, and urbanicity.

    Main Results:

    • Prevalence estimates of regular bedtimes were calculated for children aged 5-17.
    • Variations in regular bedtime practices were observed across different sociodemographic groups.
    • The study identified key characteristics associated with consistent sleep schedules.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding factors influencing regular bedtimes is essential for improving pediatric sleep health.
    • Findings can inform targeted interventions to promote healthy sleep habits in children.
    • Consistent sleep schedules are a vital component of overall child health and development.

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