Sleep challenges are incredibly common in young children with autism but they’re often misunderstood. From difficulty falling asleep and frequent night wakings to early rising and sensory sensitivities, many autistic children experience disrupted sleep patterns that can impact the entire family. Understanding the why behind these struggles is key to finding solutions that actually work. Whether it’s related to melatonin production, anxiety, routine changes or sensory overload, support starts with knowledge. Want to learn what’s typical, what’s treatable and how to help your child (and yourself) get more rest? Here’s the science about what every parent should know about autism and sleep.
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