ERIC Number: EJ1481530
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Jul
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-1360-2322
EISSN: EISSN-1468-3148
Available Date: 2025-07-28
Brief Report: Caregiver-Reported Effects of Sensory Safety Beds on Paediatric Sleep Quality
Chelsea Marlborough1; Katja Lemermeyer1; Daniel J. Coletti2; Chris P. Madsen1; Caleb Polley3; Garrett Sharp1; Adam E. Block4
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, v38 n4 e70096 2025
Background: Children with neurodisabilities, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), autism and other complex needs, frequently experience sleep disturbances, impacting their health, behaviour and caregiver well-being. This study evaluates the effectiveness of Cubby Beds, sensory safety beds designed to improve sleep quality and safety for children with neurodisabilities. Methods: A survey of 225 caregivers assessed changes before and after Cubby Bed adoption using multiple-choice and Likert-scale questions. A Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to analyse key outcomes. Results: Caregivers reported significant improvements in sleep duration (median increase from 4-6 to 8-10 h per night, p < 0.001) and reductions in self-injurious behaviours, minor injuries and elopement incidents (p < 0.001). Effects on medical procedures, seizures and life-threatening events were mixed. Conclusions: Findings suggest Cubby Beds enhance sleep and safety for children with neurodisability. Further research is needed to assess long-term impacts and integration into healthcare strategies.
Descriptors: Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Sleep, Furniture, Safety, Caregiver Attitudes, Self Destructive Behavior, Behavior Problems, Injuries, Child Health, Children, Adolescents
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1Charm Economics, New York, New York, USA; 2Zucker School of Medicine, Hofstra/Northwell, Hempstead, New York, USA; 3Cubby Beds, Denver, Colorado, USA; 4School of Health Sciences and Practice, New York Medical College, New York, New York, USA

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