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Mind the Gap! Sleep Problems in Children With ADHD-A Qualitative Analysis of Clinician Training Needs

Lucy Smith1, David Daley1, Samuele Cortese2,3,4,5,6

  • 1NTU Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK.

Child: Care, Health and Development
|March 12, 2026
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Clinicians often lack formal training to manage sleep problems in children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This highlights a need for accessible training resources for UK practitioners working with these children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Background:

  • Sleep problems are prevalent in children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
  • Clinicians specializing in ADHD and sleep encounter challenges in managing these issues.
  • There is a recognized gap in evidence-based resources for caregivers of children with ADHD and sleep difficulties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore clinician knowledge, understanding, and management of sleep problems in children with ADHD.
  • To inform the development of digital sleep awareness training for clinicians.
  • To identify specific learning needs and preferences of clinicians.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study involving semistructured interviews with 15 UK-based clinicians.
  • Participants specialized in working with children with ADHD and sleep difficulties.
  • Data analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Main Results:

  • Clinicians reported significant sleep struggles in children with ADHD and their families.
  • Lack of formal training leads to 'on-the-job' learning and limited confidence in providing evidence-based advice.
  • Clinicians expressed a need for accessible, authoritative training and resources.

Conclusions:

  • Sleep issues are common and challenging for children with ADHD and their families.
  • UK clinicians require accessible, evidence-based training to effectively support these children.
  • Digital training platforms could address the identified need for improved knowledge and management strategies.
Abstract

Keywords:
attention deficit hyperactivity disordercliniciansdeveloping digital interventionssleep difficulties

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