Sleep disorders during childhood: a practical review
Sleep disorders are a common problem during childhood. The consequences are variable, and sleep disorders can influence medical, psychological and developmental aspects of the growing child. It is important to recognize sleep disorders and to treat them correctly. We discuss common sleep disorders d...
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Published in | European journal of pediatrics Vol. 177; no. 5; pp. 641 - 648 |
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Main Authors | , , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Berlin/Heidelberg
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
01.05.2018
Springer Nature B.V |
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Summary: | Sleep disorders are a common problem during childhood. The consequences are variable, and sleep disorders can influence medical, psychological and developmental aspects of the growing child. It is important to recognize sleep disorders and to treat them correctly. We discuss common sleep disorders during childhood using the 3rd edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. We analyze the different sleep disorders from a clinical approach and provide an overview of adequate treatment options.
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: This review discusses common sleep disorders during childhood using the 3rd edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. We analyze the different sleep disorders from a clinical approach and provide an overview of adequate treatment options.
What is known:
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Sleep disorders are a common problem during childhood.
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The consequences are variable, and sleep disorders can influence medical, psychological, and developmental aspects of the growing child.
What is new:
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Pediatricians should routinely screen for sleep and sleep disorders.
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It is important to recognize sleep disorders and to treat them correctly. |
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Bibliography: | ObjectType-Article-2 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-3 content type line 23 ObjectType-Review-1 |
ISSN: | 0340-6199 1432-1076 |
DOI: | 10.1007/s00431-018-3116-z |