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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatrics
  • Sensory Processing Research

Background:

  • Sleep problems are common in toddlers.
  • Sensory processing differences can impact development.
  • Understanding the link between sleep and sensory processing is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate sensory processing in toddlers with and without sleep problems.
  • To compare sensory patterns and sub-parameters between groups.
  • To identify potential risks for sensory processing issues in toddlers with sleep disturbances.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study comparing 110 toddlers with sleep problems to 110 typically developing toddlers without sleep problems.
  • Sleep problems identified using the Brief Infant Sleep Questionnaire.
  • Sensory processing evaluated using the Infant/Toddler Sensory Profile 2.

Main Results:

  • Toddlers with sleep problems exhibited significantly atypical sensory processing in low registration, sensory sensitivity, and sensory avoiding patterns (p < 0.05).
  • No significant differences were found in the sensory seeking pattern (p > 0.309).
  • All sensory processing sub-parameters showed statistically significant differences compared to the control group.

Conclusions:

  • Toddlers experiencing sleep problems are at a higher risk for sensory processing difficulties.
  • Atypical sensory responses, including sensitivity and avoidance, are common in toddlers with sleep issues.
  • Integrating sensory profile assessments into the care of toddlers with sleep problems may enhance parent-infant well-being.