Limit-Setting Insomnia In Children: What Is It About?

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Teenagers and adults are not the only ones who suffer from insomnia. Insomnia is a term for difficulty in staying or falling asleep. It is commonly caused by certain behaviors, and it can affect the quality of life of those who suffer from it.

Young children suffer from insomnia, too, be

Toddlers and young children do not recognize how much they need sleep to recharge their energy. When they are left unsupervised, they might develop varying sleep schedules which will disrupt their circadian rhythm. Children will feel tired day after day, and can get sick because of their lack of sleep.

A lot of parents see this as a difficult time for learning with their children. When the child refuses to sleep, parents give in to their demands by giving them food or toys, which can delay their progress in learning how to sleep on their own. To prevent this, parents must establish appropriate sleeping schedules even on weekends. Quiet activities like book reading before bedtime can also help children establish a sleep

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schedule.

If the child continues to have difficulty in sleeping, it is best for parents to bring them to a board-certified sleep specialist and physician.

Dr. Lisa Marie Cannon is a New Jersey-based board-certified physician. She specializes in sleep medicine and pulmonary care. Visit this Twitter page for updates about her fields of specialization.