What causes a sleep disorder?

What causes a sleep disorder?

Gary Feldman (Medical Director, Stramski Disorders Center, Miller Children's Hospital ) gives expert video advice on: What are the most common sleep problems for teenagers? and more...

In children, the most common causes of sleep disorders are in the category of duration and quality of sleep. In those categories, particularly in the category of quality of sleep, the most common cause would be behavioural issues, and much less - probably about 5-7% - would be problems with breathing when you sleep.