Are your kids getting enough sleep? Most parents know that a good night’s rest is essential for children’s health, but the impact of sleep on a child’s development, mood, and even academic performance is deeper—and more surprising—than many realize. The Child Mind Institute’s comprehensive web resource on sleep dives into why healthy sleep habits are crucial for kids and teens, how lack of sleep can mimic symptoms of ADHD, and what parents can do when bedtime routines just aren’t enough.

The sleep resource offer multiple articles and explores how sleep is tied to everything from memory and emotional regulation to overall well-being. For teenagers, the challenges multiply: packed schedules, raging hormones, and late-night screen time can create a perfect storm for chronic sleep deprivation, with real consequences for mental health and behaviour. You’ll find practical tips for establishing healthy sleep habits, advice on recognizing sleep disorders like insomnia, and guidance on when it’s time to seek professional help.

Whether you’re struggling with a toddler who won’t settle down or a teen who’s glued to their phone at midnight, this sleep site offers expert-backed insights and actionable strategies to help your child—and your whole family—get the rest they need. You'll find articles on:

• Sleep training methods
• Encouraging good sleep habits
• Helping kids who have trouble sleeping
• Helping teens get more sleep
• Insomnia, sleep disorders, and more.

Dive into the site to discover the essential role sleep plays in growing minds and bodies, and learn how small changes can make a big difference.