Assessment of Sleep Problems in a School Setting or Private Practice

INTRODUCTION One out of every three elementary school age children suffers serious sleep problems (1). While some of these may disappear during childhood, 12-15% of all students may have a sleep problem impacting their daytime functioning that will not disappear without treatment (2). These sleep problems can impact the social, emotional, neurocognitive, and academic performance of these children. Because sleep problems are not typically considered a possible cause for school-related issues such as poor academic performance or behavioral concerns, many children with sleep problems may never be identified or may be mislabeled.