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Sep 2026
Sleep characteristics in young children with autism spectrum disorder: a case control study
Children with autism exhibit notable sleep impairments, characterized by later sleep timing, shorter sleep duration, and more frequent nighttime awakenings, which suggest that sleep characteristics may be relevant for early identification and management in children with autism.
Xian Liu, Cheng Guo, Cui-Lian Gao et al.
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