Persistent Snoring in Preschool Children linked to Behaviour/Cognitive Development
Non-snorers had significantly stronger cognitive development than transient and persistent snorers. Persistent snorers had significantly higher reported overall behaviour problems, particularly hyperactivity, depression and inattention. The strongest predictors of the presence and persistence of snoring were lower socioeconomic status and the absence or shorter duration of breast milk feeding. These results support routine screening, tracking and referral for follow-up care of persistent snoring in young children.
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