Mollie Rischard News Today

The tool screens for various sleep disorders in children, including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, and nightmares.

Research at the University of Oklahoma, in collaboration with The University of Tulsa, has resulted in a new method of screening for sleep disorders in children. The tool, the first of its kind, allows health professionals to assess children for multiple sleep problems at once, resulting in a quicker evaluation and more targeted treatment recommendations.