Rhythmic movement disorder: managing the child who head-bangs to get to sleep

Abstract Rhythmic movements, such as head-banging, at sleep onset are common in infancy and usually resolve by school entry. For some children however they can persist and cause daytime sleepiness. Noise from the movements can also disrupt the sleep of other family members. This article outlines a p...

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Published in:Paediatrics and child health 2012-05, Vol.22 (5), p.207-210
Main Authors: Haywood, Philippa M, Hill, Catherine M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
head-banging
jactatio capitis nocturna
jactatio corporis nocturna
Pediatrics
rhythmic movement disorder
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Summary:Abstract Rhythmic movements, such as head-banging, at sleep onset are common in infancy and usually resolve by school entry. For some children however they can persist and cause daytime sleepiness. Noise from the movements can also disrupt the sleep of other family members. This article outlines a practical approach to the evaluation and management of this disorder.
ISSN:1751-7222
1878-206X
DOI:10.1016/j.paed.2012.02.010