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tween sleep issues
by robin16, Oct 16, 2007 01:12PM
My son is stuggling with night fears. He is 12 years old and cannot get himself to sleep unless we are in the room.
He feels he hears noises and is truly frightened. Because of this he is not getting enough sleep. I'm not sure how to help him. We are very concerned and would appreciate some thoughts.
thank you...
He feels he hears noises and is truly frightened. Because of this he is not getting enough sleep. I'm not sure how to help him. We are very concerned and would appreciate some thoughts.
thank you...
Member Comments (3)
by rebbecca, Oct 16, 2007 01:34PM
To: robin16
Have you tried staying in his room with him until he falls asleep. It's just a thought. Good Luck
by sweetmamajen, Oct 16, 2007 03:20PM
I was like that when I was a kid, I watched too many scary movies. He may have even convinced himself there is a being in the house! Be sensitive, try to calm his fears, and even though halloween is coming up, really try to cut out scary shows. Hope he feels better.
by sweetmamajen, Oct 16, 2007 03:21PM
Oh, also, I played soft music to fall asleep. It helped take away the creaks and other night noises.
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