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Pediatricians and sleep disorders: training and practice

J A Mindell1, M L Moline, S M Zendell

  • 1Department of Psychology, St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA 19131.

Pediatrics
|August 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Pediatricians receive minimal sleep disorder education, impacting their knowledge and treatment of pediatric sleep problems. Enhanced training is crucial for improving child sleep health.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Sleep Science
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Pediatric sleep disorders are prevalent, affecting children's health and development.
  • Current pediatrician training in sleep medicine is often insufficient.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess pediatricians' training, knowledge, and practices concerning pediatric sleep and sleep disorders.
  • To identify gaps in sleep medicine education for pediatricians.

Main Methods:

  • National survey of pediatric residency programs (n=156).
  • Questionnaire assessing general knowledge of pediatric sleep disorders (n=88).
  • Survey on beliefs and practices regarding young children's sleep problems (n=183).

Main Results:

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  • Pediatricians receive a mean of only 4.8 hours of sleep instruction, with many receiving none.
  • Knowledge scores averaged 71.8%, with deficits in specific disorders like narcolepsy.
  • 25% of patients experience sleep problems; 14.8% receive pharmacological treatment, and nearly half are told the issue is transient.

Conclusions:

  • Significant need for improved sleep and sleep disorder education in medical schools and pediatric residency programs.
  • Enhanced training is essential for practicing pediatricians to better manage pediatric sleep issues.
  • Current educational deficits may contribute to suboptimal diagnosis and treatment of pediatric sleep disorders.