Signs of Sleep Problems in Children

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Children and adolescents need adequate sleep. Lack of sleep can have negative effects on children's performance in school, during extracurricular activities, and in social relationships.

A lack of sleep may cause:

• Accidents and injuries
• Behavior problems
• Mood problems
• Memory, concentration, and learning problems
• Performance problems
• Slower reaction times

Signs of Sleep Disorders in Children

Talk to your pediatrician if your child exhibits any of the following signs of a sleep disorder:

• Snoring
• Breathing pauses during sleep
• Problems with sleeping through the night
• Difficulty staying awake during the day
• Unexplained decrease in daytime performance
• Unusual events during sleep
• Teeth grinding
• Bedwetting
• Restless sleep
• Difficulty waking up in the morning

WebMD Medical Reference

SOURCE:
The National Sleep Foundation.

Reviewed by Louis R. Chanin, MD on March 03, 2010
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