Archive for the ‘ Child Sleep Problems ’ Category

Sleep Tips for Children with ADHD

Every night does not need to be so hard. Compared with other children, kids with ADHD are four times less likely to fall asleep quickly.

Teeth Grinding in Children: How Does it Happen?

Children do different things in their sleep. As a parent, all you want to hear is the sound of your child having a good sleep. However, some parents hear their children grinding and gnashing their teeth, which is common in kids.

Bruxism or Teeth Grinding Facts

Bruxism or the unconscious gritting and grinding of the teeth, and clenching of the jaw during sleep is common. This disorder can occur a lot of times while you are sleeping.

Speech Problems Affected by Sleep Disorders

Unlike adults, children need more than nine hours of sleep every night. The longer sleeping hours is needed for regeneration of neurons in the brain’s cerebral cortex. When learning, this area of the brain is active.

ADHD and Sleep

Poor impulse control, forgetfulness, and trouble paying attention are just a few of the behaviors commonly associated with ADHD. However, these can also be signs of sleep-disordered breathing.

Sleep and Behavior Problems

Getting your child to sleep can be challenging. With so many distractions nowadays, it’s easy for kids to lose track of time and lose sleep.  A study reveals that lack of sleep affects every aspect of children’s functioning and well-being.