The efficacy of behavioral sleep intervention on sleep problems among children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: A randomized controlled trial.
Ahmed Hashem El-Monshed, Ahmed Loutfy, Haitham El-Boraie, Abdel-Hady El-Gilany, Sara Mohamed Fayed, Amina Elzeiny, Heba Emad El-Gazar, Ahmed Salah Ali, Mohamed Ali Zoromba
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Abstract
Background: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), affecting 5% of global children, presents inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Sleep problems, prevalent in 70% of cases, exacerbate long-term psychosocial challenges.
Aim: This study aimed to assess the efficacy of behavioral sleep intervention in alleviating sleep problems, enhancing quality of life (QoL), and reducing ADHD symptom severity among children diagnosed with ADHD.
Method: A randomized controlled trial was conducted from June 2022 to April 2023. The intervention group (n = 47) engaged in a hybrid approach, participating in both face-to-face and Zoom sessions, while the control group (n = 45) received standard care. Data collection involved administering the Children's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ), Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL), and ADHD Rating Scale IV (ADHD-RS-IV).
Results: Significant enhancements were observed in CSHQ (p ≤ 0.001, effect size = 1.913), PedsQL (p ≤ 0.001, effect size = 1.862), and a notable reduction in ADHD-RS-IV (p ≤ 0.001, effect size = 1.548). These findings highlight the intervention's efficacy in improving sleep quality, QoL, and reducing ADHD symptomatology.
Conclusion: This trial contributes substantially to understanding behavioral sleep interventions' impact on ADHD-affected children, enhancing quality of life and ADHD symptomatology. The study highlights the importance of individualized care for optimal outcomes in children with ADHD.
Clinical relevance: The study's findings underscore the potential for integrating behavioral sleep interventions into routine nursing practices, offering a valuable approach to address sleep-related challenges in children with ADHD. By focusing on sleep improvement, nurses can contribute to enhancing overall well-being and emotional regulation in these children within the context of comprehensive healthcare.
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