Article: Sleep disorders in children: the need for early diagnosis, treatment & prevention--Part II.(SLEEP MEDICINE)

Childhood sleep disorders are common. Unfortunately they are under recognized and under diagnosed and the consequences of poor sleep in children are just beginning to be fully appreciated.

The newly published International Classification of Sleep Disorders Diagnostic and Coding Manual (AASM, 2005) had a committee of eleven of some of our most respected researchers and clinicians who provided insight and guidance in the description of "sleep disorders first encountered in childhood". We are always learning from our patients who come to clinic. In addition, some of the most brilliant research in basic science is allowing us to understand the importance of sleep and the ...

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