A storybook intervention reduced young children's nighttime fears
sleep · Examine.com Study Summaries — June 8–15, 2026 · 2026
In 39 children aged 4–8 with at least moderate nighttime fears, a 4–5 week parent-led book + play program improved nighttime fears and sleep behaviors vs. no intervention.
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In 39 children aged 4–8 with at least moderate nighttime fears, a 4–5 week parent-led book + play program improved nighttime fears and sleep behaviors vs. no intervention.
- children
- nighttime fears
- sleep
- parenting
- gradual exposure