Pediatr. praxi. 2008;9(2):77-79

Sleep disorders in children and young people from a perspective of a pediatric psychiatrist

MUDr. Petra Uhlíková
Psychiatrická klinika 1. LF UK a VFN Praha

Sleep disorders in children and young people are relatively frequent with ocurrence of about 30 %. A thorough diagnosis with a determination of cause is necessary for a succesful treatment as well as a family cooperation. Nonpharmacological approach is preferred for the treament of sleep disoreders in children and young people.

Keywords: sleep disorders, child and adolescent psychiatry

Published: May 15, 2008  Show citation

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Uhlíková P. Sleep disorders in children and young people from a perspective of a pediatric psychiatrist. Pediatr. praxi. 2008;9(2):77-79.
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