Snoring in Children Linked to Poor Academic Performance
A study at the Chinese University in Hong Kong has found a link between snoring in children and poor academic performance.
The researchers, led by Professor Albert Martin Li, studied around 6,500 children. They found that children who were habitual snorers had poor academic records in about 23% of cases, compared with 13.5% for non-snorers.
The study also found that children who snored were more likely to be hyper-active.
It has been suggested that children who snore could be sleep deprived leading to reduced performance. Snoring can also be a sign of sleep apnea.
The researchers, led by Professor Albert Martin Li, studied around 6,500 children. They found that children who were habitual snorers had poor academic records in about 23% of cases, compared with 13.5% for non-snorers.
The study also found that children who snored were more likely to be hyper-active.
It has been suggested that children who snore could be sleep deprived leading to reduced performance. Snoring can also be a sign of sleep apnea.
