Sleep in Neurodivergent Kids: Interview with Melisa Moore, PhD
About this episode
Dr. Melisa Moore discusses the importance of sleep and its unique challenges for neurodivergent children.
Melisa Moore, PhD is a clinical psychologist who specializes in sleep and mood issues with a special emphasis in neurodiversity. Her book is The Good Sleep Guide for Neurodivergent Kids. In this interview Dr Moore first talks about the essential of good sleep and then the special considerations when it comes to neurodivergent kids. Sleep disorders and sensory processing issues are very common in this population and Dr Moore clarifies their relationship. Given how common these problems are, it is a relief to have Dr Moore book available to parents and clinicians alike. For more information about Dr Moore https://www.drmelisamoore.com/
People in this episode
Host: Edward Plimpton
Guest: Melisa Moore, PhD
Topics covered
- sleep
- neurodiversity
- children
- psychology
- sleep disorders
- sensory processing
Keywords
- neurodivergent kids
- sleep issues
- clinical psychologist
- sleep disorders
- sensory processing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: drmelisamoore.com
Books & works: The Good Sleep Guide for Neurodivergent Kids
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