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Enhancing Practitioner Skills: Insights from a Study on Insomnia in Children with Autism

Enhancing Practitioner Skills: Insights from a Study on Insomnia in Children with Autism

As practitioners dedicated to improving the lives of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it's crucial to stay updated with the latest research and implement data-driven interventions. A recent study titled Protocol for targeting insomnia in school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual disability: a randomised control trial provides valuable insights that can enhance our therapeutic approaches. This blog will summarize the study's key findings and suggest ways to integrate these outcomes into practice.

Understanding the Study

The study focused on children aged 6-12 with ASD and insomnia. It aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Childhood Insomnia (CBT-CI) adapted for children with ASD. The trial compared two delivery modes: in-person and remote, against a control group receiving Sleep Hygiene and Related Education (SHARE).

Key Findings

Practical Applications

To enhance your practice, consider the following applications based on the study's findings:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study offers promising results, it also underscores the need for continued research. Practitioners are encouraged to:

By integrating these research-backed strategies into your practice, you can significantly improve the sleep and overall quality of life for children with ASD and their families.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Protocol for targeting insomnia in school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual disability: a randomised control trial.


Citation: McCrae, C. S., Mazurek, M. O., Curtis, A. F., Beversdorf, D. Q., Deroche, C. B., Golzy, M., Sohl, K. A., Ner, Z. H., Davis, B. E., Stearns, M. A., & Nair, N. (2021). Protocol for targeting insomnia in school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual disability: a randomised control trial. BMJ Open. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2020-045944
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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