If it weren’t difficult enough to make naps happen at home, many parents and providers struggle with how to get an autistic child to nap at daycare. Parents worry about the environment at nap time. Will the staff try long enough, or will the nap happen at all? If the nap doesn’t happen, will their
Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager, chances are if they are having sleep difficulties you have been recommended melatonin by your pediatrician or other specialists. This is a very common recommendation for individuals who struggle to sleep, more specifically for people on the autism spectrum. It is usually the first step that
Finding the best sleep aid for an autistic child can feel overwhelming, especially when sleep struggles affect your child’s well-being and your entire household. Many autistic children have difficulty falling asleep, wake frequently during the night, or rise very early. Poor sleep doesn’t just cause tiredness; it disrupts brain functions tied to sensory processing, language
A look at how addressing your child’s sensory needs could help him/her get a better night’s sleep. In the special needs community, I know sleep is a very important topic. Many parents are aware their kids are desperate for more sleep, but they just can’t seem to get these precious hours. For children with autism,
The inability to get a good night’s sleep is experienced by most people at one time or another. However, recent studies show sleep concerns are more prevalent with people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For many people with autism, it can be a challenge to get to sleep and stay asleep, which can have
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