To aid their children's sleep, parents have administered melatonin, Benadryl, herbal sleep aids, as well as non-prescription and prescription sleep medications
SEATTLE, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sleep Doctor, the leading online source for sleep health, improvement, and education, has published a recent survey report investigating the frequency of parents administering substances, such as melatonin and Benadryl, to help their children sleep. The report also shares insight into other strategies parents employ to help their kids sleep that do not require medications. The survey garnered responses from 1,201 parents.
According to the survey, 79 percent of parents have administered substances to their children for the primary purpose of aiding sleep. Among this group, Millennial and Gen Z parents were more likely to say they have given their children sleep aids than older generations. Similarly, men were more likely than women to administer such substances.
Additionally, survey findings reveal that the majority of parents admit to administering melatonin to aid their children's sleep. Although melatonin was the most frequently used substance, parents also reported using Benadryl, herbal sleep aids, non-prescription sleep aids, and prescription sleep medications. Additionally, less commonly used substances include CBD, THC, and alcohol.
"Melatonin has been researched extensively for use in neurodiverse children, those with circadian rhythm disorders, delayed sleep phase syndrome, and jet lag. However, how parents and caregivers are administering unregulated and unprescribed medications to induce sleep in situations including bedtime resistance is not only not indicated but not recommended by the medical community," says Dr. Nilong Vyas, a pediatrician, public health specialist, and board-certified sleep expert.
Parents have also utilized various strategies to help their children sleep without resorting to substances. The most common strategies include establishing a bedtime routine, implementing a consistent sleeping schedule, and limiting screen time before bed. Other strategies involve promoting a healthy diet, engaging in stress-reducing activities, incorporating exercise, investing in a new mattress, and seeking guidance from a sleep therapist.
The survey was conducted via SurveyMonkey in April 2024, with a total of 1,201 parents surveyed. To view the complete report, please visit: https://sleepdoctor.com/best-mattress/4-in-5-gen-z-drugged-their-kids-rather-than-bedroom-hygiene-for-better-sleep/
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