Sleep Problems in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Author:
Young Hui YANG
;
Ji Hoon KIM
;
Jin Seong LEE
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Autism;
Sleep;
Genetics;
Melatonin
- MeSH:
Autistic Disorder*;
Child;
Autism Spectrum Disorder*;
Clonidine;
Education;
Genetics;
Humans;
Hygiene;
Melatonin;
Parents;
Risperidone;
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
- From:Sleep Medicine and Psychophysiology
2013;20(2):53-58
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior and interest. Sleep problems are not uncommon in children with autism spectrum disorders. Symptoms of insomnia are the most frequent sleep problems in individuals with ASD. Sleep problems can cause significant difficulties in the daily life of children with ASD and their families. Genetic factor, deregulations of melatonin synthesis, extraneous environmental stimuli and psychiatric and medical conditions may cause sleep problems. The first line treatment of sleep problems in ASD includes managements for potential contributing factors and parent education about sleep hygiene care for child and behavioral therapy. Supplementation with melatonin may be effective before considering other medications, such as risperidone, clonidine, and mirtazapine.
