title: Sleep disorders in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Sleep disturbances are frequently associated with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) though they are not included in the current classification systems such as the DSM-IV and ICD-10. These problems may complicate the course of the illness as they may be associated with the treatment given
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  To evaluate children with ADHD for sleep-related problems.
  
  
  METHODS
  The study group comprised 32 children with ADHD and their 20 healthy siblings made up the control group. Sleep-related problems were assessed on a checklist prepared on the basis of the Children Sleep Questionnaire-parent version.
  
  
  RESULTS
  A majority of the children with ADHD had at least one sleep-related problem. Comparison with healthy siblings revealed non-significant differences on the parameters of sleep-related movement disorders and parasomnias.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  There is a need for more detailed studies involving sensitive parameters.
authors: Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Pt. B.D. Sharma PGIMS, Rohtak 124001.
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