Pediatr. praxi. 2011;12(1):54-57
Sleep disorders in childhood and principles of sleep hygiene
- Neurologická klinika, 1. lékařská fakulta, Univerzita Karlova v Praze a Všeobecná fakultní nemocnice v Praze
Sleep disorders occur at least in 30 % of children. Attention should be paid mainly to sleep disorders which cause cognitive impairment,
symptoms mimicking attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood disturbances or affect cardiovascular function. Early diagnostics
of insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome or periodic limb movements in sleep is necessary for the appropriate development
of a child as well as early diagnostics and treatment of narcolepsy.
disorder.
Keywords: sleep disorders, insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, obstructive sleep apnea, parasomnia, attention deficit/hyperactivity
Published: February 23, 2011 Show citation
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