Sleep Disorders

Karen McKenzie; Halina Rzepecka; Iain McClure

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-19183-6_9

Sleep Disorders

Karen McKenzie, Halina Rzepecka, Iain McClure

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Abstract

Sleep problems are very common among children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Additionally, a considerable literature on the topic has emerged. These poor sleep habits can produce irritability, poor concentration and other difficulties. This chapter covers the various symptoms that constitute the disorder, prevalence and characteristics and the nature of the problem.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Comorbid Conditions Among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Editors	Johnny L. Matson
Place of Publication	London
Publisher	Springer
Pages	217-233
Number of pages	340
ISBN (Print)	9783319191829
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-19183-6_9
Publication status	Published - 30 Sept 2015

Publication series

Name	Autism and Child Psychopathology
Publisher	Springer
ISSN (Electronic)	2192-922X

Keywords

Autism spectrum disorder
Comorbidity
Sleep
Intellectual disabilities
Intervention

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