Sleep disorders
Summaries
Objective: The aim of this article is to update the topic of sleep disorders in childhood. Data sources: normal aspects of sleep ontogenesis and the management of the most prevalent sleep disorders in childhood were reviewed. The text was based on classic articles and books in the literature and on Medline research (publications from the years 2000 and 2001), using the terms sleep disorders and childhood. Data synthesis: the article was structured in topics, presented in a descriptive way, containing the definition of the sleep disorder, age at risk, clinical characteristics and therapeutic management. Conclusions: sleep disturbances are quite frequent complaints in the pediatric office, and its accurate diagnosis is essential for the establishment of adequate therapy. In most cases,
