Sleep problems in childhood are frequent and may cause damage to the children and their families;however,parental orientation appears to be effective in its many new formats,such as the distance treatment.This study a...Sleep problems in childhood are frequent and may cause damage to the children and their families;however,parental orientation appears to be effective in its many new formats,such as the distance treatment.This study aimed to review the literature about behavioral intervention performed by distance to sleep problems in childhood and summarize the main characteristics of such interventions.Searches were performed up to November 2021 in BVS Psicologia ULAPSI Brasil,SCOPUS,and PsycINFO,using the key words:sleep problems,insomnia,nighttime fears,behavioral intervention,behavioral treatment,treatment,intervention,sleep,behavior,child,children,infant,mobile phones,smartphone,app,telephone,online,internet,bibliotherapy.We included 14 studies.The main results indicate that interventions were implemented between 2 and 12 weeks,the most reported procedure was pre-sleep routines,and semi-presential interventions that required some presential contact were the most frequent.Written educational information about sleep through bibliotherapy and telephone contacts were the most used tools to implement the remote component of interventions.Ten studies indicated improvements on children’s sleep,and secondary results(parental sleep and/or mental health)were also reported among studies.Therefore,our findings suggest that distance interventions for childhood sleep problems are promising,but future research is still needed.展开更多
This commentary addresses the article by Wu et al. entitled 'On-orbit sleep problems of astronauts and countermeasures'. In this article, the authors discussed the sleep problems of astronauts. Despite its cha...This commentary addresses the article by Wu et al. entitled 'On-orbit sleep problems of astronauts and countermeasures'. In this article, the authors discussed the sleep problems of astronauts. Despite its challenging topic, the paper authored by Wu et al. has at least one major shortcoming. This issue is related to the observation that the sleep pattern of astronauts can be disturbed by light flash phenomenon. Since the first report by astronaut E.E. Aldrin in 1969, many astronauts have reported light flashes. These visually perceived flashes of light occurred in different shapes but they apparently moved across the visual field of astronauts and possibly caused, at least to some extent, sleep problems. Moreover, the countermeasures proposed by the authors may improve astronauts’ sleep pattern, but they do not address the root cause of the light flashes(i.e., heavy ion interactions outside the shielding provided by the Earth’s magnetosphere). A possible approach to reducing light flashes is available using the fact that much of the galactic cosmic radiation(GCR) spectrum is composed of ions that can be diverted from the spacecraft using electromagnetic fields. Possible design parameters and the requisite electric and magnetic field strengths to successfully deflect GCR radiation are outlined.展开更多
Objective: The main purpose of the present study was to evaluate sleep duration for nighttime sleep from early infancy to late adolescence in a German sample to illustrate the developmental course and age-specific var...Objective: The main purpose of the present study was to evaluate sleep duration for nighttime sleep from early infancy to late adolescence in a German sample to illustrate the developmental course and age-specific variability of these variables among subjects. Methods: A total of 17,641 subjects from the KiGGS study were evaluated. The questionnaires contained questions about physical health, living circumstances, health behavior and risks, health supply, mental health, health-related quality of life and sleep. KiGGS assessed sleep by using parent questionnaire of children aged 0 to 10 years (n = 9944) and self-reports of adolescents (n = 7697) aged 11 to 17 years. Results: Total sleep duration decreased from 14.28 hours (SD = 2.33) at the ages 0 - 0.5 to 9.50 hours (SD = 0.82) at the ages of 10.5 - 11. Above the age of 11 adolescents report a decrease of sleep at night from 9.41 hours (SD = 1.33) at the age of 11 - 11.5 to 7.42 (SD = 1.73) at the age of 17.5 - 18 years. Unspecified sleep problems were reported of 19.5%, 13.0% of the children had difficulties falling asleep, difficulties sleeping through the night showed 8.8% of the children, whereas 3.0% report both symptoms—difficulties falling asleep and difficulties sleeping through the night. Conclusions: Age-specific variability of sleep duration is reported as well as sleep difficulties from infancy to adolescence. This is important knowledge for the health care professional who deals with sleep problems in pediatric practice.展开更多
This paper systematically reviews epidemiological empirical studies on the association between children’s sleep problems (such as insufficient sleep, sleep-disordered breathing, and circadian rhythm disorders) and co...This paper systematically reviews epidemiological empirical studies on the association between children’s sleep problems (such as insufficient sleep, sleep-disordered breathing, and circadian rhythm disorders) and common oral diseases (dental caries, malocclusion, periodontal diseases, etc.). Starting from potential biological mechanisms, it deeply analyzes the correlation from dimensions including salivary secretion rhythm disturbance, oral microbiota imbalance, abnormal inflammatory response, and abnormal circadian rhythm gene regulation. The limitations of existing research and future development directions are discussed, providing references for clinical interventions and subsequent studies on children’s sleep and oral health.展开更多
Sleep disturbances are common in childhood and adolescence. Sleep problems in early infants tend to be persistent and prominent in preschool and school-aged children. Chronic sleep disorders, especially in young child...Sleep disturbances are common in childhood and adolescence. Sleep problems in early infants tend to be persistent and prominent in preschool and school-aged children. Chronic sleep disorders, especially in young children may lead to neurobehavioral problems and psycho-cognitive impairment. Sleep difficulties may be the result of underlying medical conditions, （breathing disorders） or psychological problems. Research studies have shown the association between sleep disorders and day time cognitive impairment, behavioral problems, poor school performance and inattention in children. Appropriate diagnosis and early management of sleep disorders in children lead to improvement of neurocognitive function and behavioral problems in these children.展开更多
目的:分析孤独症谱系障碍(ASD)儿童睡眠问题的现状,探索该研究领域的热点及前沿,为后续相关研究提供参考依据。方法:采用CiteSpace软件,对2005年1月1日-2025年3月31日在中国知网(CNKI)、万方数据库、维普数据库(VIP)以及Web of Science...目的:分析孤独症谱系障碍(ASD)儿童睡眠问题的现状,探索该研究领域的热点及前沿,为后续相关研究提供参考依据。方法:采用CiteSpace软件,对2005年1月1日-2025年3月31日在中国知网(CNKI)、万方数据库、维普数据库(VIP)以及Web of Science核心合集数据库中收录的ASD儿童睡眠问题相关文献进行可视化分析。结果:共纳入中文文献461篇、英文文献2 097篇。中英文文献年度发文量均呈持续增长趋势,中文文献年发文量、发文作者数量均低于英文文献。国内外关于ASD儿童睡眠问题的研究主要集中于睡眠问题的评估、影响因素的分析及干预措施的探讨。结论:ASD儿童睡眠问题的研究热度持续攀升,研究范围也不断拓展。国内在该领域的作者成果产出与知识共享方面存在不足。未来应进一步强化该领域的研究工作,以有效改善ASD儿童的睡眠质量,并促进其身心健康发展。展开更多
Purpose： The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether and to what extent the observed effects on self-rated sleep in a previous study using a combined treatment program with physical exercise and sleep education...Purpose： The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether and to what extent the observed effects on self-rated sleep in a previous study using a combined treatment program with physical exercise and sleep education can be attributed by the physical activity （PA） component. Methods： The present study reports supplementary analysis of an already described and published study. Data were provided by a nonclinical sample of 98 normal-active adults with chronic initiating and the maintaining of sleep complaints. The additional analysis included sleep log, exercise log, and daily pedometer data which were collected during a baseline week and 6-week of a combined intervention. Results： The results indicate that the number of steps （p -- 0.02） and the duration of PA （p = 0.01） is significantly related to the improvement in subjective sleep measures and therefore reveal an independent effect within this combined sleep program. Sleep diary data （recuperation of sleep, number of awakenings after sleep onset, and wake time after sleep onset time） improved significant （all p 〈 0.01） over the intervention program. About 50% of the participants stated that the PA had an effect on their improvement. Conclusion： Improvements on subjective sleep quality after a combined intervention cannot be attributed to the cognitive component alone, but PA has an independent effect. Adults with chronic sleep complaints benefit from exercise. Therefore structured PA should be implemented in any sleep management programs.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the relation between sleep quality and glycemic control among type 2 diabetic patients.Methods:Across sectional descriptive design was used;the study sample including 125 diabetic patients was...Objective:To investigate the relation between sleep quality and glycemic control among type 2 diabetic patients.Methods:Across sectional descriptive design was used;the study sample including 125 diabetic patients was recruited at diabetic clinics in Zagazig University hospitals.The interview questionnaire sheet consists of 4 par ts:(1)demographic data,(2)medical history,(3)an Arabic version of the Pittsburgh sleep quality index(PSQI),and(4)glycated hemoglobin A1c(Hb A1c)analysis test.Results:The mean of sleep duration was the highest score of PSQI components,96.8%of diabetic patients had poor sleep quality,and 90.4%of diabetic patients had poor glycemic control.A highly statistically significant relationship was found between Hb A1c and sleep quality.Moreover,income,duration of disease and smoking were independent positive predictors of Hb A1c level,while the female gender was a statistically significant negative predictor.Additionally,female gender and income were statistically significant independent positive predictors of PSQI score.Conclusions:Poor sleep quality and poor glycemic control were very common among type 2 diabetic patients.There was a highly significant relation between sleep quality and glycemic control.展开更多
基金Scientific and Technological Initiation Program at the University of São Paulo(PIC/PIBITI USP).
文摘Sleep problems in childhood are frequent and may cause damage to the children and their families;however,parental orientation appears to be effective in its many new formats,such as the distance treatment.This study aimed to review the literature about behavioral intervention performed by distance to sleep problems in childhood and summarize the main characteristics of such interventions.Searches were performed up to November 2021 in BVS Psicologia ULAPSI Brasil,SCOPUS,and PsycINFO,using the key words:sleep problems,insomnia,nighttime fears,behavioral intervention,behavioral treatment,treatment,intervention,sleep,behavior,child,children,infant,mobile phones,smartphone,app,telephone,online,internet,bibliotherapy.We included 14 studies.The main results indicate that interventions were implemented between 2 and 12 weeks,the most reported procedure was pre-sleep routines,and semi-presential interventions that required some presential contact were the most frequent.Written educational information about sleep through bibliotherapy and telephone contacts were the most used tools to implement the remote component of interventions.Ten studies indicated improvements on children’s sleep,and secondary results(parental sleep and/or mental health)were also reported among studies.Therefore,our findings suggest that distance interventions for childhood sleep problems are promising,but future research is still needed.
文摘This commentary addresses the article by Wu et al. entitled 'On-orbit sleep problems of astronauts and countermeasures'. In this article, the authors discussed the sleep problems of astronauts. Despite its challenging topic, the paper authored by Wu et al. has at least one major shortcoming. This issue is related to the observation that the sleep pattern of astronauts can be disturbed by light flash phenomenon. Since the first report by astronaut E.E. Aldrin in 1969, many astronauts have reported light flashes. These visually perceived flashes of light occurred in different shapes but they apparently moved across the visual field of astronauts and possibly caused, at least to some extent, sleep problems. Moreover, the countermeasures proposed by the authors may improve astronauts’ sleep pattern, but they do not address the root cause of the light flashes(i.e., heavy ion interactions outside the shielding provided by the Earth’s magnetosphere). A possible approach to reducing light flashes is available using the fact that much of the galactic cosmic radiation(GCR) spectrum is composed of ions that can be diverted from the spacecraft using electromagnetic fields. Possible design parameters and the requisite electric and magnetic field strengths to successfully deflect GCR radiation are outlined.
文摘Objective: The main purpose of the present study was to evaluate sleep duration for nighttime sleep from early infancy to late adolescence in a German sample to illustrate the developmental course and age-specific variability of these variables among subjects. Methods: A total of 17,641 subjects from the KiGGS study were evaluated. The questionnaires contained questions about physical health, living circumstances, health behavior and risks, health supply, mental health, health-related quality of life and sleep. KiGGS assessed sleep by using parent questionnaire of children aged 0 to 10 years (n = 9944) and self-reports of adolescents (n = 7697) aged 11 to 17 years. Results: Total sleep duration decreased from 14.28 hours (SD = 2.33) at the ages 0 - 0.5 to 9.50 hours (SD = 0.82) at the ages of 10.5 - 11. Above the age of 11 adolescents report a decrease of sleep at night from 9.41 hours (SD = 1.33) at the age of 11 - 11.5 to 7.42 (SD = 1.73) at the age of 17.5 - 18 years. Unspecified sleep problems were reported of 19.5%, 13.0% of the children had difficulties falling asleep, difficulties sleeping through the night showed 8.8% of the children, whereas 3.0% report both symptoms—difficulties falling asleep and difficulties sleeping through the night. Conclusions: Age-specific variability of sleep duration is reported as well as sleep difficulties from infancy to adolescence. This is important knowledge for the health care professional who deals with sleep problems in pediatric practice.
文摘This paper systematically reviews epidemiological empirical studies on the association between children’s sleep problems (such as insufficient sleep, sleep-disordered breathing, and circadian rhythm disorders) and common oral diseases (dental caries, malocclusion, periodontal diseases, etc.). Starting from potential biological mechanisms, it deeply analyzes the correlation from dimensions including salivary secretion rhythm disturbance, oral microbiota imbalance, abnormal inflammatory response, and abnormal circadian rhythm gene regulation. The limitations of existing research and future development directions are discussed, providing references for clinical interventions and subsequent studies on children’s sleep and oral health.
文摘Sleep disturbances are common in childhood and adolescence. Sleep problems in early infants tend to be persistent and prominent in preschool and school-aged children. Chronic sleep disorders, especially in young children may lead to neurobehavioral problems and psycho-cognitive impairment. Sleep difficulties may be the result of underlying medical conditions, （breathing disorders） or psychological problems. Research studies have shown the association between sleep disorders and day time cognitive impairment, behavioral problems, poor school performance and inattention in children. Appropriate diagnosis and early management of sleep disorders in children lead to improvement of neurocognitive function and behavioral problems in these children.
文摘目的:分析孤独症谱系障碍(ASD)儿童睡眠问题的现状,探索该研究领域的热点及前沿,为后续相关研究提供参考依据。方法:采用CiteSpace软件,对2005年1月1日-2025年3月31日在中国知网(CNKI)、万方数据库、维普数据库(VIP)以及Web of Science核心合集数据库中收录的ASD儿童睡眠问题相关文献进行可视化分析。结果:共纳入中文文献461篇、英文文献2 097篇。中英文文献年度发文量均呈持续增长趋势,中文文献年发文量、发文作者数量均低于英文文献。国内外关于ASD儿童睡眠问题的研究主要集中于睡眠问题的评估、影响因素的分析及干预措施的探讨。结论:ASD儿童睡眠问题的研究热度持续攀升,研究范围也不断拓展。国内在该领域的作者成果产出与知识共享方面存在不足。未来应进一步强化该领域的研究工作,以有效改善ASD儿童的睡眠质量,并促进其身心健康发展。
文摘Purpose： The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether and to what extent the observed effects on self-rated sleep in a previous study using a combined treatment program with physical exercise and sleep education can be attributed by the physical activity （PA） component. Methods： The present study reports supplementary analysis of an already described and published study. Data were provided by a nonclinical sample of 98 normal-active adults with chronic initiating and the maintaining of sleep complaints. The additional analysis included sleep log, exercise log, and daily pedometer data which were collected during a baseline week and 6-week of a combined intervention. Results： The results indicate that the number of steps （p -- 0.02） and the duration of PA （p = 0.01） is significantly related to the improvement in subjective sleep measures and therefore reveal an independent effect within this combined sleep program. Sleep diary data （recuperation of sleep, number of awakenings after sleep onset, and wake time after sleep onset time） improved significant （all p 〈 0.01） over the intervention program. About 50% of the participants stated that the PA had an effect on their improvement. Conclusion： Improvements on subjective sleep quality after a combined intervention cannot be attributed to the cognitive component alone, but PA has an independent effect. Adults with chronic sleep complaints benefit from exercise. Therefore structured PA should be implemented in any sleep management programs.
文摘Objective:To investigate the relation between sleep quality and glycemic control among type 2 diabetic patients.Methods:Across sectional descriptive design was used;the study sample including 125 diabetic patients was recruited at diabetic clinics in Zagazig University hospitals.The interview questionnaire sheet consists of 4 par ts:(1)demographic data,(2)medical history,(3)an Arabic version of the Pittsburgh sleep quality index(PSQI),and(4)glycated hemoglobin A1c(Hb A1c)analysis test.Results:The mean of sleep duration was the highest score of PSQI components,96.8%of diabetic patients had poor sleep quality,and 90.4%of diabetic patients had poor glycemic control.A highly statistically significant relationship was found between Hb A1c and sleep quality.Moreover,income,duration of disease and smoking were independent positive predictors of Hb A1c level,while the female gender was a statistically significant negative predictor.Additionally,female gender and income were statistically significant independent positive predictors of PSQI score.Conclusions:Poor sleep quality and poor glycemic control were very common among type 2 diabetic patients.There was a highly significant relation between sleep quality and glycemic control.
