According to new research from Washington State University Spokane, REM (rapid eye movement) sleep helps children convert experiences and new information into long-term memories. Their exploration of children’s sleep needs also found that antidepressants and stimulants are disruptive to this important stage of sleep. Published in the journal Science Advances, Professor Marcos Frank and his […]
It can be tempting to place a child in front of the TV for a few hours, but a recent study suggests that TV time could be hindering their sleep. Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health and Massachusetts General Hospital found an association between increased television time and shorter sleep periods. Published in […]
Right when parents think they are on track with getting their sleep back, many children who were once good sleepers suddenly aren’t. At least that’s the experience author Tracy Cutchlow had, and shared on The Huffington Post this month. While attending SLEEP 2015, an annual meeting which features more than 1,000 incredible presentations showcasing the latest […]
It is very common for children who are bullied to keep their suffering to themselves. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports that parents and physicians may be able to identify victims before serious mental health problems cause the trauma of depression, anxiety, psychotic episodes, and suicide. While nightmares are common during childhood, night terrors […]
Parents often debate the best sleep practices for their babies, as their seemingly, erratic sleep schedule can be a challenging time. Nearly 20-30% of adults in many different countries report that babies waking up and crying is the most common sleep problem to overcome. According to a new video study, babies who can “resettle,” or […]
The life of a teenager is unique, as it’s full of hormonal and social changes, with both playing roles in amount of sleep they get. Published in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior, the results of one study suggests that the relationships teenagers have with their parents and friends may have more of an […]
According to new research, quality sleep may have a significant impact on the cognitive performance of both autistic and neurotypical children. Published in the International Journal of Psychophysiology, researchers at the Hôpital Rivière-des-Prairies in Canada included data on 13 autistic children and 13 neurotypical children to reach their findings. All of the children made up […]
The prevention of obesity -especially in children- has been a foremost health concern in recent years. According to researchers at the University College London, children who sleep less also eat more, which may lead to obesity later in life. The researchers’ goal was to find out if children who were short sleepers consumed more calories, […]
Tantrums and simply refusing to fall asleep are common problems parents face when getting their children to stick to a bedtime routine. One study suggests the issue may be that children have already biologically chosen their bedtimes, and that bedtime may conflict with the one set by parents. Researchers at the University of Colorado studied 14 […]
