10 Questions
What is the recommended sleep duration for infants aged 0-3 months?
14 to 17 hours
What type of sleep is dreaming associated with?
REM sleep
Why is separation recommended for co-sleeping twins?
To reduce the risk of overheating
What type of sleep disorders do dyssomnias refer to?
Problems with falling asleep or maintaining sleep
What is catastrophising in the context of sleep difficulties?
Negative thoughts that interfere with falling asleep
What is a major issue in LDC regarding sleep?
Whether to allow children to sleep during the day
What is the recommended sleep duration for children aged 5-13 years?
9 to 11 hours
What is a risk associated with co-sleeping twins?
SIDS
What type of sleep problems do dyssomnias not include?
Sleep walking
Who is more likely to experience dyssomnias?
Children with neurological impairments
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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