JOURNAL ARTICLE

Researchers from Hamadan University of Medical Sciences Detail Findings in Anxiety Disorders (Efficacy of clonidine and melatonin for treating insomnia in anxious children: a randomized comparison).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 3384 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

This article focuses on a study conducted by Hamadan University of Medical Sciences evaluating the effectiveness of clonidine and melatonin for treating sleep disturbances in children aged 6 to 12 with anxiety disorders. In a randomized, placebo-controlled trial involving 72 pediatric patients, both clonidine and melatonin significantly improved sleep quality compared to placebo after six weeks, with no significant difference between the two medications. The incidence of adverse effects was similar across all groups. The study concludes that clonidine and melatonin are effective options for managing insomnia in anxious children. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/05, p3384
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:193220453
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