Book Review: A Clinical Guide to Sleep Disorders in Children and Adolescents

Abstract

(from the cover) Provides a cross-disciplinary account of available clinical information and treatments of sleep disturbances, illustrated by actual cases of sleep problems in children and adolescents. Sleep disturbance is commonplace and causes much personal distress to the sufferers and their families. It is implicated in a variety of problems, from poor educational performance or disturbed behavior to accidents or physical dysfunction. As sleep disturbance is closely associated with a number of serious problems, identifying and treating sleep disorders early is essential for long-term health and well-being. This book will be essential reading for all professionals involved in child health care from infancy to adolescence, and will also be invaluable to general readers looking for recent information and references. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2012 APA, all rights reserved)