Melatonin Use in Children: A Rising Concern Among Parents and Pediatricians
Rising Alarm: The Growing Trend of Melatonin Use in Youngsters As the quest for a peaceful night's sleep becomes more challenging for children, an increasing number of parents are turning to melatonin. This trend has raised concerns among pediatricians about the long-term safety and regulation of this widely-used supplement. Surprising Survey Results Lauren Hartstein, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Colorado, Boulder, noticed a significant rise in melatonin usage among children. Her team's survey of nearly 1,000 children across the United States revealed startling figures: approximately 6% of preschoolers and 18-19% of school-age children and pre-teens were regularly taking…