This course was presented in person at World Sleep 2025 in Singapore.

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Session Schedule

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0:00:00
Introduction

0:03:00
Sleep and cognitive function in adolescents
Michael Chee (Singapore)

0:45:35
Transitioning care 1
Narong Simakajornboon (United States)

1:06:30
Transitioning care 2 (OSA)
Albert Li (China)

1:25:00
Adolescent sleep health in developing nations 1
Ravi Gupta (India)

1:43:20
Adolescent sleep health in developing nations 2
Morenikeji Komolafe (Nigeria)

1:56:40
Question and answer

2:04:35
Measuring sleep in adolescents
Karen Spruyt (France)

2:26:45
Challenging insomnia cases 1
Guanghai Wang (China)

2:49:33
Challenging insomnia cases 2: Complex neurological conditions
Leticia Solter (Brazil)

3:05:45
Social media and sleep
Rachel Chan (Hong Kong)

3:28:00
Question and answer

Course Summary:

This advanced course offers a multidisciplinary exploration of adolescent sleep, combining cutting-edge research with real-world clinical insights. The course presents recent findings on how sleep loss affects attention, learning, and decision-making in teens, drawing on neuroimaging and behavioral studies to highlight their heightened vulnerability. It addresses the challenges of transitioning adolescents with chronic sleep disorders such as those with Down syndrome into adult care, emphasizing individualized, developmentally appropriate approaches. Sessions also spotlight sleep health disparities in low- and middle-income countries, with focused discussions on India and Nigeria, examining how social, cultural, and structural factors shape adolescent sleep and identifying low-cost, culturally sensitive interventions.

Participants will gain practical skills in measuring adolescent sleep using both clinical tools and wearable technologies, and develop strategies for managing complex insomnia cases, including those complicated by neurological conditions. The course uses case-based discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and expert-led lectures to equip clinicians and researchers with actionable knowledge. Topics also include the impact of digital media on sleep, with evidence-based guidance for addressing screen use, circadian disruption, and related psychological factors. Designed for professionals working across global contexts, this course fosters a deeper, more nuanced understanding of adolescent sleep health and empowers attendees to implement effective, context-aware interventions.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this CME activity, participants will be able to:
• Examine the neurobiological underpinnings of sleep-related cognitive changes during adolescence
• Explore models of care that support continuity and engagement during the transition from pediatric to adult care
• Analyze the progression and trajectory of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in individuals with Down syndrome, identifying key factors influencing its development and management
• Identify unique cultural, environmental, and systemic factors impacting adolescent sleep in developing countries
• Evaluate the influence of socioeconomic conditions and health system factors on adolescent sleep patterns in sub-Saharan Africa, identifying key challenges and opportunities for intervention
• Review objective and subjective tools for assessing sleep in adolescents
• Apply diagnostic reasoning and management strategies to real-world cases
• Evaluate and manage complex insomnia cases, including those involving comorbid neurological or developmental conditions
• Explore the effects of screen time and social media use on adolescent sleep