Recent findings suggest that a child’s difficulty with sleep, including conditions like insomnia, might be linked to their genetics. This revelation is crucial for parents, especially those who struggle with sleep disorders themselves.
The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry’s study points to the genetic predisposition for insomnia in kids. These early indicators might mean that some children are naturally more inclined to face sleep challenges.
Investigating Childhood Insomnia
Research on over 2,000 European children, using both maternal reports and sleep trackers, revealed interesting findings. Mothers often perceived their children’s sleep issues more acutely than what objective sleep tracking showed. This discrepancy highlights the complexity of understanding and measuring sleep quality.
Experts Dr. Eus van Someren and Dr. Amita Sehgal stress the importance of nurturing good sleep habits, despite genetic predispositions.
