Pediatric Sleep Disorders: An overview

Topic: Pediatric Sleep Disorders: An overview
Lecturers: Deepthi K (Speaker), Mohana Sundaram S (Speaker), Biswaroop Chakrabarty (Expert Faculty), Gautam Kamila (Moderator)
When: Saturday, 18 January 2025
Time: Time: 9:00 - 10:00 AM Eastern Time ( US / Canada )

About Topic:
Pediatric sleep disorders are a significant concern as they can profoundly impact a child’s physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Sleep is essential for growth, brain development, and overall well-being. Disorders such as insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, or restless legs syndrome can lead to insufficient or poor-quality sleep, causing fatigue, behavioral issues, difficulty concentrating, and impaired academic performance.
Untreated sleep problems are also linked to long-term health issues, including obesity, weakened immunity, and mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. Identifying and addressing these disorders early is crucial, as they can affect a child’s social interactions and family dynamics, contributing to stress and reduced quality of life.
Effective management of pediatric sleep disorders often involves a multidisciplinary approach, including lifestyle changes, medical interventions, and behavioral therapy. Raising awareness among parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers ensures timely diagnosis and treatment, helping children thrive and reach their full potential.

Learning objectives:
• Describe how pediatric sleep disorders affect physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in children
• Identify key characteristics and symptoms of common pediatric sleep disorders such as insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome
• Explain the potential long-term health and behavioral implications of unaddressed pediatric sleep disorders, including their effects on academic performance and family dynamics.
• Discuss multidisciplinary strategies for diagnosing and treating pediatric sleep disorders, including lifestyle modifications, behavioral therapies, and medical interventions.