If your child doesn't get enough sleep, it could make them more than just grumpy.
Poor sleep as a kid could lead to cognitive behavioral disorders - especially in school, a new study has revealed.
Scientists say that children between the ages of three and seven who don't get enough sleep are more likely to have problems with attention, emotional control and peer relationships in mid-childhood.
Past research has found that there has been a consistent decline in the average hours of sleep in children - by between 30 to 60 minutes over the past 20 years.
However, according to the researchers, parents can spot these issues from as early as six months old and put a stop to any potential problems before it's too late.
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Dear Readers,
Listed below are the current recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics regarding sleep hours for children:
Ages 4-12 months: 12-16 hours (including naps)
Ages 1-2 years: 11-14 hours (including naps)
Ages 3-5 years: 10-13 hours (including naps)
Age 6-12 years: 9-12 hours
Age 13-18 years: 8-10 hours
I can share from direct experience that there is indeed a correlation between poor sleep/little sleep and learning and behavioral concerns in children.
Regards,
Paladin
".. there has been a consistent decline in the average hours of sleep in children.."
And if you gave your small child a smartphone or tablet..
Thanks for pointing out that it's not just the amount of sleep, but the quality of sleep, too.
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