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Experiences of sleep hygiene education as an intervention for sleep problems in children with developmental disabilities: Findings from an exploratory study.
Sutton, Julie E. Huws, Jaci C. Burton, Christopher R.
Sutton, Julie E.
Huws, Jaci C.
Burton, Christopher R.
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2019-05-16
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Abstract
Behavioural sleep problems in children with developmental disabilities that involves
advising parents on sleep‐promoting behaviours; however, it is supported by a limited
evidence base.
Materials and methods: This exploratory study aimed to enhance qualitative understanding
and explore stakeholder perceptions about experience, current practice and
ideas around the implementation of SHE. Parents of children with developmental
disabilities and sleep problems (N = 9) and sleep practitioners (N = 11) took part in
semi‐structured interviews and focus groups, and data were thematically analysed.
Results and discussion: The analysis identified four parent themes: Beliefs about
sleep problems; Getting professional help; Ways of knowing about sleep; and Visions
of sleep support. Two practitioner themes were also identified: Sleep service accessibility
and Inconsistent sleep support.
Conclusion: The findings provide further insight into how parents of children with
developmental disabilities experience sleep problems, and how SHE is currently implemented.
These have implications for both policy and practice.
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Sutton, J. E., Huws, J.C., & Burton, C.R. Experiences of sleep hygiene education as an intervention for sleep problems in children with developmental disabilities; findings from an exploratory study. British Journal of Learning Disabilities. DOI 10.1111/bld.12270
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Wiley
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British Journal of Learning Disabilities
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10:1111/bld.12270
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1468-3156