Development and Validation of the Sleep-Wake Disorders Questionnaire for Children and Adolescents
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Background This study developed and validated the Sleep-Wake Disorders Questionnaire (SWDQ) for children and adolescents in Mexico, addressing the need for culturally tailored diagnostic tools. The SWDQ comprises 43 items divided into two sections: diagnostic questions and sleep habits. A cross-sectional study with 103 participants (aged 6-17 years) from psychiatric hospitals revealed moderate reliability. Exploratory factor analysis identified two key factors—dyssomnias and parasomnias—explaining one-third of the variance. Internal consistency scores were moderate for parasomnias (α=0.68) and low for dyssomnias (α=0.25). The SWDQ aligns with clinical observations, offering a culturally relevant instrument for evaluating pediatric sleep-wake disorders and associated habits.
Authors: Ulloa-Flores, Rosa-Elena, Jaramillo-Villanueva, Leonel, de la Peña, Francisco R., Medina-Rodríguez, José Carlos, Sánchez-Díaz, Ricardo
Language: English
Topic: Sleep and related disorders
Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6911853508
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