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What is the recommended sleep duration for infants aged 0-3 months?
What is the recommended sleep duration for infants aged 0-3 months?
What type of sleep is dreaming associated with?
What type of sleep is dreaming associated with?
Why is separation recommended for co-sleeping twins?
Why is separation recommended for co-sleeping twins?
What type of sleep disorders do dyssomnias refer to?
What type of sleep disorders do dyssomnias refer to?
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What is catastrophising in the context of sleep difficulties?
What is catastrophising in the context of sleep difficulties?
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What is a major issue in LDC regarding sleep?
What is a major issue in LDC regarding sleep?
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What is the recommended sleep duration for children aged 5-13 years?
What is the recommended sleep duration for children aged 5-13 years?
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What is a risk associated with co-sleeping twins?
What is a risk associated with co-sleeping twins?
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What type of sleep problems do dyssomnias not include?
What type of sleep problems do dyssomnias not include?
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Who is more likely to experience dyssomnias?
Who is more likely to experience dyssomnias?
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Study Notes
Sleep Recommendations
- Infants (0-3 months): 14-17 hours of good quality sleep, including naps, in a 24-hour period
- Infants (4-11 months): 12-16 hours of good quality sleep, including naps, in a 24-hour period
- Toddlers (1-2 years): 11-14 hours of good quality sleep, including naps, with consistent sleep and wake-up times
- Pre-schoolers (3-5 years): 10-13 hours of good quality sleep, which may include a nap, with consistent sleep and wake-up times
- Children (5-13 years): 9-11 hours of good quality sleep with consistent sleep and wake-up time
Types of Sleep
- NREM (Non-Rapid Eye Movement) sleep
- REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, where dreaming occurs
- Importance of quality sleep, not just quantity
Co-Sleeping Risks
- Co-sleeping for twins can lead to overheating and increased risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
- Separation is recommended, such as using a cot on the right
Dysomnias
- Dyssomnias: difficulties with falling asleep or maintaining a satisfactory sleep duration
- More common in children with neurological impairments
- Do not include parasomnias (e.g., sleepwalking, night terrors, bedwetting)
Negative Cognitions
- Negative thoughts (e.g., catastrophising) can maintain sleep difficulties in adults and children
- These thoughts reduce the likelihood of falling asleep
Issues in Low-Income Countries (LDC)
- Importance of medical check-up before addressing sleep problems
- Concerns about screen time and energy drinks affecting children's sleep
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Learn about the recommended sleep hours for infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, and children. Discover how much sleep your little ones need for a healthy development.
