For a parent it is one of the most disturbing sleep disorders. You hear a strange sound coming from your young son’s bedroom at night. So you go into his room to see what’s wrong. You find your son banging his head into the [...]
U.S. adults aren’t the only people who are gaining weight. The number of children who are overweight also is rising at an alarming rate. There are many causes, but one factor may surprise you: Many U.S. children aren’t getting enough sleep. The National Heart, [...]
The value of sleep is reflected in a child’s smiling face, happy nature and natural energy. A well-rested child is more likely to be healthy and energetic. He or she also is more likely to get better grades in school and have a positive [...]
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is related to behavioral and emotional problems. Research also shows a link between ADHD and sleep problems in children. A study in the April 7 issue of the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine indicates that sleep problems are common in [...]
Results of a new study show that doctors often prescribe medications to treat a child’s sleep problems. Many of these medications lack FDA approval for use in children. The study looked at U.S. survey data from 1993 to 2004. The authors analyzed reports of [...]
A recent study adds a unique finding to the mystery of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Results show that infants who died from SIDS had impaired hearing in their right ear. The study compared 31 infants who died from SIDS with 31 infants who [...]
