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SLEEP 2026 | Understanding and diagnosing sleep problems in children with autism
Beth Ann Malow, MD, Vanderbilt Health, Nashville, TN, discusses the complexities of sleep problems in children with autism and other developmental conditions, categorizing the underlying factors into biological, medical, and behavioral buckets. Prof. Malow emphasizes the importance of taking a thorough history to diagnose sleep problems in these children, including understanding bedtime routines, sleep environments, and potential medical conditions that may be impacting sleep. This interview took place at the 40th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) in Baltimore, MD.
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