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Research Notes on How to Prevent Bed Wetting
Bedwetting (also called enuresis) can be prevented using a number of behavioral therapies. Some of these therapies are waking during the night to use the bathroom, using a bedwetting alarm, and using positive reinforcement. Consult with a health care provider before attempting to prevent bedwetting in order to rule out any possible underlying conditions.1
Fast Facts:
- Bedwetting is a common condition in children and adolescents.2
- Bedwetting is most common among people who are deep sleepers.2
- Children often outgrow bedwetting on their own without treatment.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ WebMD: Behavioral Treatments for Bedwetting
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 KidsHealth: Bedwetting
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- Contributor: Jacky Gamble
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- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: How Do I Prevent Wetting the Bed, How Do I Prevent Bedwetting, How Can I Prevent Bedwetting, How to Prevent Bedwetting
- Last update: Aug. 26, 2009
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