Sleep - Information for parents
Introduction
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for both adults and children. If you have concerns about your child’s sleeping habits you might find this booklet useful. You may also find the information useful to help you to develop good sleep practices with your child and avoid sleep difficulties developing.
This booklet has been produced in partnership with parents of children who have additional needs and sleep difficulties. It aims to provide you with information about sleep and simple strategies to try at home. Problems with sleep are common among all children, but are more likely to occur
among children with additional needs. Researchers estimate that between 40% and 80% of children with additional needs might have problems with sleep. If your child has difficulties with sleep you are not alone.
This booklet will:
• Provide information about sleep and its importance.
• Explore how sleep deprivation might affect the whole family.
• Examine why sleep problems may occur.
• Give you ideas to try at home to help your child have a better night’s sleep.
• Tell you about support and services that can help.
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