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Medications Helps Child Sleep Better

Research has shown that behavioral treatments (in other words, parents using good sleep time strategies) work better, and have longer lasting effects than medicines. If your child needs more than a behavioral program to help them fall asleep, you may want to talk to your child's doctor about trying Melatonin. When used under the direction of your child's doctor, Melatonin can be a safe and effective treatment for kids and is especially useful for kids with special needs who have more troublesome sleep problems.

Melatonin is an over-the-counter medication in the U.S. But even though you do not need a prescription to get it, be sure to talk with your child's doctor to find out whether it is appropriate for your child, and how to use it safely.