Pediatric Insomnia Symptoms and Causes

Study Notes

Signs and Symptoms of Pediatric Insomnia

Behavioral health issues, such as depression, affecting concentration and resembling ADHD
Difficulty falling back asleep after waking up during the night
Excessive drowsiness or grogginess during the day
Resisting sleep or worrying about nighttime
Trouble falling asleep
Waking up during the night and having difficulty falling back asleep
Waking up early, even when it's still dark outside

Causes of Pediatric Insomnia

Behavioral health issues, such as bipolar disorder or depression
Consumption of caffeine or other stimulants
Environmental factors, including extreme temperatures, light, and loud noises
Underlying medical conditions, such as allergies, asthma, eczema, fibromyalgia, GERD, growing pains, or thyroid disease
Medications, including corticosteroids, and those used to treat ADHD, depression, and convulsions
Neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Asperger's syndrome, autism, and mental disabilities
Sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and restless legs syndrome (RLS)
Stress

Pediatric Insomnia: Signs and Symptoms

Behavioral health issues, such as depression, may be a sign of pediatric insomnia, and can also manifest as problems with concentration, resembling ADHD.
Difficulty falling back asleep once awake is a common symptom of pediatric insomnia.
Excessive drowsiness or grogginess during the day is a key indicator of pediatric insomnia.
Resisting going to sleep or worrying about nighttime is a behavioral symptom of pediatric insomnia.
Trouble falling asleep is a primary symptom of pediatric insomnia.
Waking up during the night is a common symptom of pediatric insomnia.
Waking up early, while it's still dark out, is another symptom of pediatric insomnia.

Description

Identify the common signs and causes of pediatric insomnia, including behavioral health issues, trouble falling asleep, and excessive drowsiness. Understand the key indicators and factors contributing to insomnia in children.