The Importance of Daytime Napping in Children : A Necessity for Healthy growth
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar In today’s fast paced world, children are often encouraged to stay busy, balancing school, extracurricular activities, and social engagements. However, amidst these busy schedules, one simple yet essential practice can have a profound impact on their physical and cognitive development. While many parents and caregivers may see naps as an […]
Understanding and Addressing Nighttime fears and Nightmares in children : A guide for parents.
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar As children navigate the complexities of emotional and cognitive growth, many experience nightmares and night terrors. These episodes, often accompanied by crying, difficulty returning to sleep, or sudden awakenings, can be distressing for both the child and their parents. Although these issues are a common part of childhood development, understanding […]
Understanding Sleep Bruxism in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Bruxism is a condition characterized by the involuntary grinding, gnashing, or clenching of teeth, often occurring during sleep or, less commonly, while awake. In children, bruxism is a relatively common issue, with many experiencing it during certain stages of growth. While the exact causes are not always fully understood, factors […]
Sleep in Teenagers
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar The American Academy of Sleep Medicine suggests that teenagers should get between 8 and 10 hours of sleep per night to maintain their physical, mental and emotional well-being (Paruthi et al., 2016). When teens tend to rest well, they are more likely to be healthy, energetic. Adequate rest helps them […]
Understanding Sleep Terrors: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep terrors, known as night terrors or pavor nocturnes, are episodes of intense fear and panic, accompanied by loud vocalizations, physical movements, and significant autonomic arousal, typically occurring abruptly during sleep (Leung et al., 1989). These events usually take place without the child’s memory of them, though they can result […]
Body Rocking
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Body rocking is a common Sleep-related movements, These repetitive actions often raise concern among parents, but in many cases, they are part of normal childhood development. While some children may engage in these behaviors to self-soothe or during sleep transitions, others might do so as a response to stress or […]
Head Rolling
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep-related movements, such as head rolling, are relatively common behaviors observed in young children. These repetitive actions often raise concern among parents, but in many cases, they are part of normal childhood development. While some children may engage in these behaviors to self-soothe or during sleep transitions, others might do […]
Head banging
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep-related movements, such as headbanging, are relatively common behaviors observed in young children. These repetitive actions often raise concern among parents, but in many cases, they are part of normal childhood development. While some children may engage in these behaviors to self-soothe or during sleep transitions, others might do so […]
Night Wakings Through the Ages: Understanding Sleep Disruptions at Different Stages of Life
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Sleep is crucial for our overall health, yet uninterrupted rest can be difficult for many to achieve. As we age, our sleep patterns naturally change, and waking up during the night can become more frequent. Understanding the reasons behind these nighttime awakenings at various stages of life can help us […]