Sleep Problems in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Pediatr Clin North Am
; 71(2): 253-268, 2024 04.
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| ID: mdl-38423719
ABSTRACT
Sleep problems are common in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with 40% to 80% prevalence. Common disorders include insomnia, parasomnias, and circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders. These problems have a multifactorial etiology and can both exacerbate and be exacerbated by core ASD symptoms. Sleep problems also impact the health and quality of life of both patients and their caregivers. All children with autism should be regularly screened for sleep problems and evaluated for co-occurring medical contributors. Behavioral interventions with caregiver training remain first-line treatment for sleep disorders in both neurotypical and neurodiverse youth.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Trastornos del Sueño-Vigilia
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Trastorno del Espectro Autista
Límite:
Adolescent
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Child
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Clin North Am
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos
Pais de publicación:
Estados Unidos