Course Chairs
Althea Robinson Shelton, MD, MPH; Valerie Crabtree, PhD, DBSM
Learning Objectives
- Diagnose and classify pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on clinical presentation and polysomnographic findings to guide evidence-based treatment planning
- Differentiate central sleep apnea from obstructive sleep apnea in pediatric patients based on clinical features and polysomnographic data to guide appropriate evaluation and management strategies
- Develop individualized management plans for pediatric narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia using behavioral strategies, pharmacologic options, and patient-centered education
- Distinguish parasomnias from nocturnal seizures in pediatric patients using clinical history and diagnostic tools to guide appropriate referral and treatment pathways
- Evaluate sleep disturbances commonly associated with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder and ADHD to tailor behavioral and environmental interventions that support improved sleep outcomes
- Implement updated strategies to mitigate the impact of screen time, digital media use, and technology-related behaviors on pediatric sleep health across developmental stages
- Identify and classify pediatric circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders to guide developmentally appropriate behavioral and chronobiologic treatment strategies
- Apply behavioral and cognitive strategies, including stimulus control, sleep restriction, and relaxation techniques, to manage pediatric insomnia without pharmacologic intervention
- Evaluate pharmacologic options for the treatment of pediatric insomnia, considering indications, efficacy, safety profiles, and developmental appropriateness
Schedule
8:00am – 8:10am | Welcome |
8:10am – 8:40am | Pediatric OSA |
8:40am – 9:10am | Central sleep apnea |
9:10am – 9:30am | Coffee break |
9:30am – 10:15am | Management of narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia |
10:15am – 11:00am | RSD and RLS in children |
11:00am – 11:45am | Parasomnias and nocturnal seizures |
11:45am – 12:45pm | Lunch |
12:45pm – 1:15pm | Sleep in neurodevelopmental disorders |
1:15pm – 1:45pm | Updated technology mitigation strategies |
1:45pm – 2:15pm | Circadian rhythm disorders |
2:15pm – 2:35pm | Coffee break |
2:35pm – 3:20pm | Non-pharm management of insomnia |
3:20pm – 4:05pm | Medical management of insomnia (including melatonin) |
4:05pm – 4:30pm | Question and answer |