Infant and Toddler Sleep Disturbances

Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 04/17/2023 at 5:00 PM (EDT)

Sleep disturbances are highly prevalent in infants and toddlers. Dr. Mindell will present empirically-based strategies for the management of bedtime problems and night wakings in young children. Factors that contribute to the development of these issues will be presented. Behavioral interventions discussed will include the importance of sleep schedules, bedtime routines, and the development of self-soothing skills.

Objectives:

Understand prevalence of sleep disturbances in infants and toddlers
Discuss factors associated with behaviorally-based sleep problems in young children
Review empirically-based treatments for bedtime problems and night wakings

Jodi A Mindell Ph.D., DBSM

Professor, Department of Psychology

Saint Joseph’s University/Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

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1 AAST CEC after passing a short knowledge assessment in the AAST Learning Center

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Positive Airway Pressure Therapy in Children

Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 03/07/2023

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in children effects of 2-3% of all children, however in light of the rising prevalence of childhood obesity, the estimated prevalence has increased to 6-10% of all children. While the first line of therapy for Pediatric OSA in children consists of upper airway surgery via surgical removal off the adenoids and tonsils, it has become increasingly clear that surgery efficacy is limited in older and//or obese children. As a result, alternative therapies, including positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy has become mainstay for a lot of children. The application of PAP devices in children is unique and requires further attention to ensure that PAP therapy is successful.