55 Trouble With A Child's Sleep?: If They Snore - Do More!

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsI am honored to invite Dr. Hovig Artinian back to the podcast to talk about sleep. In this episode Dr. Artinian discusses obstructive sleep apnea and we delve a little deeper into the effects of sleep on behavior. Dr. Artinian helps us create a differential diagnosis around the symptom of snoring and offers practical tips to help us determine when a sleep study may be indicated. We spend time discussing strategies for improving sleep and sometimes the answers are pretty straightforward - exercise and nutrition. Sit back, relax and listen , but don’t fall asleep![00:01] Dr. Hovig Artinian Shares His Story With UsI introduce and welcome Dr. Hovig ArtinianWhy Hovig loves to study sleep6 Sleep Domains[04:45] Obstructive Sleep Apnea 101Hovig talks about the obstructive sleep apneaWhat it is and isn’tWhat to look for in a child if you find out they’re snoringWhen to ask for a sleep study according to HovigHow sleep can affect the behaviors of children[14:50] How Sleep Impacts Children’s BehaviorsThe red flags that parents should watch out for The relationship between down syndrome and sleepHovig gives an interesting knowledge about growth hormonesThe effects of the surrounding environment to a child’s sleep[25:13] Preventing Sleep DisordersThere’s no such thing as too much lovePrevention strategies against sleep disordersThe connection between sleep and traumaDon’t miss Hovig’s parting message for us!  [36:20] Closing Segment  Final takeaways:What we should know about the 6 sleep domainsDoes your child snore?The BEARS Questionnaire might helpDig a little bit deeper into the snoring of your childBe uneasy of the child is always uneasyPoor sleep among children can look like ADHD, depression, mood disruptions, and irritabilityThe environment has an effect on a child’s sleepSleep study as the gold standard to determine obstructive sleep apneaThe uses of CPAP masksOther conditions where sleep disorders should be consideredPreventing sleep disordersKey Quotes:“Certainly, having sleep problems can cause behavioral problems. It can worsen inattention, it can worsen hyperactivity, or irritability.” - Dr. Hovig Artinian“If they snore do more!” - Dr. Hovig ArtinianEmail [email protected] to reach out to Dr. Artinian and check out Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital to know more about his space.Resources Mentioned:Pediatric Meltdown Ep. 25: Kids and Sleep Why Getting Enough ZZZ's MattersBEARS QuestionnaireMichigan Child Collaborative CareIf you’d like to connect with me, you can find me on LinkedIn, Facebook,...

Fecha de Publicación: 22 de septiembre de 2021

Duración: 40 min