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Health Tip: Does Your Child Need a Nap?

Health Tip: Does Your Child Need a Nap?

Monday, Sep. 29, 2008; 9:00 AM

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(HealthDay News) -- Children need plenty of sleep to keep them healthy and happy.

Take note of these warning signs that your child may need a daily nap, courtesy of the Nemours Foundation:

Acting sleepy during the day.
Acting cranky or fussy late in the afternoon.
Difficulty getting out of bed in the morning.
Difficulty concentrating, hyperactivity, impatience or aggression.
Problems concentrating on school work or other tasks.

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