Characterizing Sleep Differences in Children With and Without Sensory Sensitivities.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Individuals register and react to daily sensory stimuli differently, which influences participation in occupations. Sleep is a foundational nightly occupation that impacts overall health and development in children. Emerging research suggests that certain sensory processing patterns, specifically sensory sensitivities, may have a negative impact on sleep health in children. In this study, we aimed to (i) characterize sleep in children with and without sensory sensitivities and (ii) examine the relationship between sensory processing patterns (using the Sensory Profile-2) and sleep using validated parent- and child-reported questionnaires. We hypothesized that children with sensory sensitivities will exhibit more difficulties with sleep.

Methods

We recruited 22 chi

SUBMITTER: Hartman AG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9257069 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature