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Hundreds of children are being
treated for sleep problems in Wales every year. In some cases, babies, infants
(婴儿)and teenagers have been admitted
to hospital in north Wales alone.
The
Children's Sleep Charity said many children were suffering from lack of sleep
mainly because of technology use. Public Health Wales said sleep was as
important to a child's health as healthy eating andexercise, andchildren with poor
sleep patterns were more likely to be fat.
Statistics
obtained (获得) under the Freedom of
Information Act by BBC Wales foundat least 408 children have been admitted to
hospitals across Wales suffering from sleep disorders since March 2013.
Children agedbetween 0 and 4 made up the highest number of inpatients (住院病人), with some newborns being treated for
sleep-related problems from the day of birth.
Vicki
Dawson, who set up the Children's Sleep Charity (CSC), said sleepless nights
were putting both children and parents in anxiety. "Their weight and
growth may also be affectedas well as their mental health, "she said.
Teachers said children showing signs of sleep shortage and tiredness in
class were a concern as they couldn't concentrate for long periods.
Psychologist Amy McClelland, of Sleep Wales, saida common problem was
that children were "over excited"before bed and that families should
get back to basics. "Think 1950s family home. Dinner as a family, read,
chat, a film maybe, lights off and then bed. "She added.
(1)
What's the main reason why children are short of sleep?
A . Less exercise.
B . Eating habits.
C . Technology use.
D . Sleep patterns.
(2)
Who are the majority of the inpatients with sleep-relateddisorders?
A . Infants.
B . Teenagers.
C . Teachers.
D . Parents.
(3)
What can we infer from what Amy McClelland said?
A . Chatting and films make children sleep more.
B . It is difficult for children to read before bed.
C . Being too excitedis good for sleep habits.
D . Relaxation has a bad effect on children.
(4)
What is the best title for the text?
A . Ways to Treat Sleep Problems
B . Sleep Problems of Welsh Children
C . Sleep Habits of Welsh Children
D . The Problems of Welsh Children
答案: C
A
A
B