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Sleep problems in handicapped children: a preliminary study.

J Clements, L Wing, G Dunn

    Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, and Allied Disciplines
    |May 1, 1986
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    Sleep problems like broken sleep and limited sleep hours affect over a third of handicapped children. These issues strongly correlate with age, behavioral difficulties, and family stress.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
    • Child Psychology
    • Family Studies

    Background:

    • Sleep problems are common in children, but prevalence and associated factors in handicapped populations require further investigation.
    • Understanding sleep disturbances in children with disabilities is crucial for improving their quality of life and overall well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the prevalence of sleep problems, including broken sleep and limited sleep hours, in a cohort of handicapped children.
    • To identify factors associated with sleep difficulties in this population, such as age, behavioral issues, and family stress.

    Main Methods:

    • An exploratory study design was employed.
    • Data collection focused on assessing sleep patterns (broken sleep, limited sleep hours) and associated variables in handicapped children.

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    Main Results:

    • Over one-third of the studied handicapped children experienced some form of sleep difficulty.
    • Significant associations were found between sleep problems and increased age, severe daytime behavioral challenges, and indicators of family stress.
    • Evidence suggested the existence of distinct subgroups of sleep problems, such as night waking and limited sleep duration.

    Conclusions:

    • Sleep problems represent a significant issue for handicapped children, impacting over a third of the population studied.
    • Age, behavioral difficulties, and family stress are key factors associated with sleep disturbances in this group.
    • Further research into distinct sleep problem subgroups may inform targeted interventions for improved child and family outcomes.