Sleep in children in foster care: A scoping review
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2026.108054
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Although the focus on sleep disturbances in children who have experienced adversity has increased, little is known about sleep among children in foster care (CFC). This study aimed to review what research tells us about the relationship between foster care experience and sleep disturbances and to identify knowledge gaps.
Publication Date
6-2026
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Child Abuse & Neglect
Keywords
Foster careSleepChild maltreatmentScoping review
Recommended Citation
McLeigh, Jill; Wani, Anna; and Castellanos, Juan, "Sleep in children in foster care: A scoping review" (2026). Other. 4.
https://scholarlycollection.childrens.com/rjfcce-research-other/4
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