The sleep problems in individuals with Rett syndrome and their caregivers
Journal
Autism : the international journal of research and practice
ISSN
1461-7005
Date Issued
2024-06-09
Author(s)
Abstract
Sleep problems are common and impactful among individuals with Rett syndrome (RTT) and their caregivers. We examined the sleep patterns of 29 RTT patients and their primary caregivers using various assessment tools. The study found that a majority of the patients experienced sleep disturbances, with younger patients showing more sleep difficulties. Caregivers also reported poor sleep quality. The findings emphasize the need to address sleep problems in RTT management, as improving sleep quality can positively impact the well-being of individuals with RTT and their caregivers.
Subjects
CSHQ
PSQI
Rett syndrome
actigraphy
sleep
Type
journal article