关键词: 学龄前儿童, 睡眠, 情绪/行为问题, 居家隔离, 突发性公共卫生事件

Abstract: Objective To investigate sleep problems and the associated factors among preschool children during home quarantine, so as to provide scientific basis for minimizing the impact of restricted activities and home isolation resulting from public health emergency on children's health. Methods An online survey was conducted from March 15th to 28th, 2020 among 16 094 children aged 3 to 6 years.The parents of children completed the Children's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ), the Children Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) (edition for parents).The data together with their demographic information were collected and analyzed. Results The prevalence of sleep problems (CSHQ score>41) was 76.8%, which was significantly correlated with socio-demographic factors including age, parents' education level, family structure and so on (χ²=66.98, 36.51, 11.01, P<0.05).After controlling for socio-demographic factors, children with more severe emotional/behavioral problems were at higher risk of sleep disturbance. Conclusions Sleep problems among preschoolers are common during home quarantine caused by public health emergency, and are associated with emotional/behavioral problems.Targeted interventions are needed to minimize the impact of restricted activities and home quarantine on children's health.

Key words: preschoolers, sleep, emotional/behavioral problems, home quarantine, public health emergency