Tag: pediatric sleep
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Melatonin Use in Young Children Rises Amid Uncertain Long-Term Effects
Growing Trends in Melatonin Use Among Young Children Melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep-wwake cycles, is seeing increasing use in children 6 years old and younger around the world. Parents and some clinicians are turning to over‑the‑counter melatonin as a potential aid for sleep disturbances, including difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. This trend…
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Melatonin in Young Children: Rising Use, Limited Long-Term Research, and Practical Guidance
Growing Use of Melatonin in Very Young Children Melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles, is increasingly used by parents to help children sleep. In children six years old and younger, usage appears to be on the rise around the world. This trend is happening even as researchers note a surprising gap in robust data…
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Melatonin Use in Young Children: Rising Trends and Uncertain Long-Term Outcomes
Understanding the Rise in Melatonin Use Among Very Young Children Melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep-wake cycles, is increasingly used by parents for children aged six and younger. A literature review led by researcher Chelsea Kracht, PhD, highlights a growing global trend in short-term use, often without robust data on long-term safety or effectiveness…