Adolescence is an exciting but challenging time. Teenagers are growing fast—physically, mentally, and emotionally. They’re gaining more independence, trying new things, and figuring out who they are. But there’s one important part of health that often gets overlooked during this
What About Social Media? Many teens use social media before bed, which can interfere with sleep in a few ways. The light from screens tricks the brain into thinking it’s still daytime causing the brain to delay melatonin release and
A movement to shift secondary school start times to after 8:30 a.m. is gaining momentum. This is based on multiple scientific studies showing that later start times improve student sleep, health, safety, and performance. We interviewed Terra Ziporyn, PhD of
Safe sleep for babies. Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is a parent’s worst nightmare. While there is no guarantee against SIDS, there are steps parents can take to reduce the likelihood of SIDS. Listed below are recommendations from the American
What do you do when your child struggles to sleep? Often people talk to friends or family about parenting issues, or maybe they consult social media. One suggestion for sleep issues is melatonin. In the last few years, melatonin use
The most accurate measurement to determine OSA is level one polysomnography, which requires a night in a sleep lab connected to cords and monitors with someone watching you sleep. For a child, it can be overwhelming. It can be so
The Buzzword is Curtain Calls If you’ve been around kids at bedtime, you already know what a “curtain call” is: those repeated, sometimes dramatic performances designed to delay bedtime. “I want a drink”, “I need to use the bathroom”, or
Narcolepsy is a treatable condition, but only if it is diagnosed correctly. When it comes to children, it is usually parents followed by school staff who notice behaviors that may lead to a specialist review and diagnosis. But as a
Chronic insomnia disorder can have a powerful impact on the quality of life for children and adolescents. People who suffer from chronic insomnia may have an increased risk of accidents and injury, impaired cognition, behavior, and overall health. But for
Sleep is a game-changer for the health and happiness of both babies and parents. The way babies sleep affects how well parents rest, and vice versa. Let’s untangle this important relationship and explore some practical tips for getting through those
When looking for solutions to sleep problems, it’s tempting to turn straight to an expert. But as the parent, you know your child best. You are there when your kids are born, for their first cry, and first smile. You
All parents know that a good night’s sleep is crucial for our children’s health and development. Yet we may overlook seemingly harmless sleep disturbances, unaware of how serious they can be. Signs of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) can range from mild
The medical community has long recognized that the relationship between sleep and the developing brain in young infants and children is important. A greater understanding of sleep and the developing brain is still a work in progress because a lot
Babies spend more than half of their day sleeping (at least that is the hope!), and many parents rely on baby monitors to keep an eye on their new bundle of joy. Lately, the market has exploded with an overwhelming
Adolescence is an important time of life. As a body goes through puberty, there are a lot of physical, emotional, and mental changes. Julio Fernandez-Mendoza, PhD has studied this phase of life to see how these changes affect the way
Pediatric sleep issues affect millions of children to varying degrees. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, between 25% to 50% of preschool-age children have sleep-related problems. It is also estimated that 40% of adolescents also have sleep problems. Some
Over the past several years, two hot topics have emerged, with an impact on health and safety, from issues associated with daytime sleepiness. The first calls for the elimination of Daylight-Saving Time. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine put out
How to manage pediatric insomnia Judith A. Owens, MD, MPH, is an internationally recognized authority on pediatric sleep and the author of numerous original research and review articles in peer-review journals on the topic. Her particular research interest is in the neurobehavioral and health consequences
Differentiating the usual from the unusual. All parents are familiar with the stress of trying to get kids to sleep—as well as the worry that comes when that sleep isn’t sound. Children often experience more sleep disturbances than adults, but
When is there cause for concern? Believe it or not, sleepwalking and excessive nightmares are related—and both could potentially require a visit to the doctor. Learn more about these common sleep disorders, and when to seek treatment. What is sleepwalking?According
From hormone to over-the-counter supplement. Dr. Lourdes DelRosso is passionate about helping people find good rest. She has a particular interest in restless sleep and restless legs syndrome. Along with her work in sleep medicine, Dr. DelRosso has often been
One doctor’s quest to help families rest. Before Dr. Beth Ann Malow attained her distinguished roles at Vanderbilt University as the Chief of their Division of Sleep Disorders, as well as the Burry Chair of Cognitive Child Development, she was
Recently, I was a member of a group of international sleep researchers who developed consensus diagnostic criteria detailing a new sleep disorder in children called Restless Sleep Disorder or RSD. With this new discovery, we intend to improve clinical practice
Understand the rates, risks and treatments for your little one. All around the world, parents worry about their children’s health. And while there is plenty of talk around how much sleep children should get, there is not always talk about
Sleep. How can a parent help a child sleep better? First, by knowing that sleep is one of the most significant contributors to your child’s physical and mental health. Sleep is important. As parents, the primary point of action we