| Title: |
Brief Report: Caregiver-Reported Effects of Sensory Safety Beds on Paediatric Sleep Quality |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Chelsea Marlborough (ORCID 0009-0008-7064-2443); Katja Lemermeyer (ORCID 0009-0007-6172-1177); Daniel J. Coletti (ORCID 0000-0002-4897-8433); Chris P. Madsen; Caleb Polley; Garrett Sharp (ORCID 0009-0005-5382-2387); Adam E. Block |
| Source: |
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. 2025 38(4). |
| Availability: |
Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
6 |
| Publication Date: |
2025 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Neurodevelopmental Disorders; Sleep; Furniture; Safety; Caregiver Attitudes; Self Destructive Behavior; Behavior Problems; Injuries; Child Health; Children; Adolescents |
| DOI: |
10.1111/jar.70096 |
| ISSN: |
1360-2322; 1468-3148 |
| Abstract: |
Background: Children with neurodisabilities, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), autism and other complex needs, frequently experience sleep disturbances, impacting their health, behaviour and caregiver well-being. This study evaluates the effectiveness of Cubby Beds, sensory safety beds designed to improve sleep quality and safety for children with neurodisabilities. Methods: A survey of 225 caregivers assessed changes before and after Cubby Bed adoption using multiple-choice and Likert-scale questions. A Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to analyse key outcomes. Results: Caregivers reported significant improvements in sleep duration (median increase from 4-6 to 8-10 h per night, p < 0.001) and reductions in self-injurious behaviours, minor injuries and elopement incidents (p < 0.001). Effects on medical procedures, seizures and life-threatening events were mixed. Conclusions: Findings suggest Cubby Beds enhance sleep and safety for children with neurodisability. Further research is needed to assess long-term impacts and integration into healthcare strategies. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2025 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1481530 |
| Database: |
ERIC |