Improving Other Sleep-Related Problems

Chapter 15 discusses other sleep-related problems, such as sleepwalking, sleeping at the wrong times, excessive sleepiness, and nighttime problems related to anxiety, depression, headaches, rhythmic movement disorder and nighttime teeth grinding (nocturnal bruxism).

Bedtime Intervention

Chapter 7 discusses bedtime intervention, reviews progress that has been made, and suggests modifications to improve efficacy. Strategies to address remaining bedtime issues are also presented.

Improving Sleep Hygiene

Chapter 4 focuses on improving sleep hygiene, and discusses the importance of good sleep habits, age-related sleep needs, sleep hygiene problems and changes, and prioritizing sleep hygiene issues.

Reducing Bedwetting

Chapter 13 explores strategies to reduce bedwetting, and suggests a number of intervention options, with steps to perform each. Medical treatments for bedwetting are also discussed.

Improving Bedtime

Chapter 6 explores improvements that can be made to the bedtime routine. Intervention options are discussed, along with intervention selection, dealing with family resistance, and steps for graduated extinction and sleep restriction.

Data Analysis and Treatment Planning

Chapter 3 discusses data analysis and treatment planning. Sleep schedules and habits are explored, along with a Sleep Intervention Questionnaire (SIQ).

Introductory Information for Therapists

Chapter 1 provides introductory information for therapists on the background and purpose of this program, sleep disorders, diagnostic criteria for pediatric sleep problems, the evidence base of the treatment program, its limits and benefits and the role of medications are also discussed. An overview of sleep, its stages and schedules, is also included.

Night Waking Intervention

Chapter 9 discusses night waking interventions, reviewing progress and modifications that can be made to each intervention approach to manage remaining night waking issues.

Addressing Bedwetting

Chapter 12 discusses bedwetting, its nature and causes, and initial steps that can be taken to attempt to curb the problem. The use of a bedwetting recording sheet is introduced.

Reducing Nightmares and Sleep Terrors

Chapter 10 explores nightmares and sleep terrors, differentiates between the two and presents intervention options for both. Steps for dealing with family resistance, utilising 'magic' treatments for nightmares, relaxation techniques, paradoxical intention, and scheduled awakening are also included.