Pediatric Sleep Problems

Lisa J. Meltzer, PhD, CBSM, DBSM, is the owner of Nyxeos Consulting (www.nyxeosconsulting.com), providing pediatric sleep solutions for researchers and clinical providers. She is a professor at National Jewish Health (Pediatrics) and the University of Colorado School of Medicine (Family Medicine). Dr. Meltzer is a licensed child psychologist, is board certified in behavioral sleep medicine by the American Board of Sleep Medicine, and is a diplomate of the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. For 25 years, she has provided clinical treatment and education for sleep problems in children 6 months through college-aged and their families. Valerie McLaughlin Crabtree, PhD, CBSM, DBSM, is the vice president of psychosocial services and a faculty member in the Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. She is a licensed psychologist and board certified in behavioral sleep medicine by the American Board of Sleep Medicine. She is also a diplomate of the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. For over 25 years, Dr. Crabtree has provided clinical care for children and adolescents with sleep disorders. She also conducts research on sleep and fatigue in children with cancer. Visit www.stjude.org/crabtree.

• Preface to the Second EditionPart I. Fundamentals of Pediatric SleepChapter 1. Normal Sleep Across DevelopmentChapter 2. Sleep Health, Sleep Habits, and Sleep DisparitiesChapter 3. Common Pediatric Sleep ProblemsChapter 4. Essential Concepts for Pediatric Behavioral Sleep MedicinePart II. Clinical Basics for Pediatric Behavioral Sleep MedicineChapter 5. Clinical Assessment of SleepChapter 6. Approaches to Increasing Treatment SuccessPart III. Presenting ProblemsChapter 7. Sleep Onset Associations and Night Wakings in Infants and Young ChildrenChapter 8. Bedtime Stalling, Protests, and Curtain Calls in Toddlers and PreschoolersChapter 9. Nighttime Fears, Anxiety, and Recurrent Nightmares in Preschoolers and School-Aged ChildrenChapter 10. Insomnia in AdolescentsChapter 11. Delayed Sleep–Wake Phase DisorderChapter 12. Disorders of HypersomnolenceChapter 13. Confusional Arousals, Sleep Terrors, and SleepwalkingChapter 14. Nocturnal EnuresisChapter 15. Adherence to Positive Airway Pressure TherapyAppendix. Resources for Clinicians and FamiliesReferences

"Drs. Meltzer and Crabtree, both master clinicians and leaders in the field, have created an invaluable resource that addresses one of the most common concerns raised by parents. They equip practitioners across all disciplines—whether in mental health or primary care—with practical, empirically supported tools that can be tailored to each child's and family's needs. This book sets the standard for evidence-based care in pediatric behavioral sleep medicine." - Jodi Mindell, PhD, DBSM, Professor of Psychology, Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA; Associate Director, Sleep Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States "Drs. Lisa Meltzer and Valerie McLaughlin Crabtree are two of the best pediatric clinical experts in the world. It would be great to have them sitting in the room with you when you're working with pediatric sleep patients. But this book gives you the next best thing—their knowledge, teachings, and guidance stuffed into your back pocket!" - Michael Gradisar, PhD, MPsych, Clin, CEO, WINK Sleep, Australia "The new edition of Pediatric Sleep Problems: A Clinician's Guide to Behavioral Interventions is invaluable to pediatricians, mental health providers, and anyone working with tired kids and parents. The problem-based approach and clear writing will help practitioners come up with a plan of action to address an array of sleep problems. My copy of the first edition is well-worn, as I use it all the time, and this version is even better." - Craig Canapari, MD, Associate Professor, Yale University School of Medicine; Director, Pediatric Sleep Center, Yale New Haven Hospital, Division of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, CT, United States "The second edition of Pediatric Sleep Problems is an essential resource for professionals at all levels of training in the field of sleep medicine. It is structured in a clear and accessible manner, allowing busy clinicians to easily grasp key concepts. The recommendations are practical and can be easily implemented within a clinical practice. The authors recognize that families come in many different forms and configurations. Thus, the content stresses the importance of considering individual environmental and cultural factors when treating behavioral sleep problems. It also addresses modifications in approach that may be needed in children with neurodivergence. In summary, Pediatric Sleep Problems emphasizes that behavioral sleep interventions should be tailored to the unique circumstances of each patient. This informative book advocates for personalized, culturally sensitive, and adaptable methods to improve patient outcomes." - Althea Robinson Shelton, MD, MPH, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology, Vanderbilt-Sleep Division, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States "There is no doubt that sleep is critical for our kids' well-being. In a societal and professional world in which time is of the essence, access to reliable, practical, and effective information and guidance to solve sleep problems and optimize sleep in our children is a must. The first edition of the book by Drs. Meltzer and Crabtree was great, but this edition is simply it!!" - David Gozal, MD, MBA, PhD, Hon, Dean, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine; Vice President for Health Affairs, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, United States