Evidence-Based Alternatives to Ferber in Sleep Training
Briefly

Responsive sleep interventions have been found to positively impact mental health in mother-infant dyads, showing benefits over extinction-based methods. The effectiveness of these interventions suggests that they create a supportive environment that nurtures parental and infant well-being. In contrast, extinction interventions often lead to increased anxiety and stress for both parents and infants, raising ethical concerns about their implementation. The findings suggest a need for further research and tailored strategies in pediatric sleep management to enhance mental health outcomes for families.
Responsive sleep interventions promote better mental health outcomes in mother-infant dyads than extinction interventions, fostering a more positive experience for parents and infants alike.
Extinction interventions may introduce stress and anxiety in parent-child dynamics, suggesting the need for support and alternative strategies for sleep disturbances.
Read at Psychology Today
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