Melatonin use among children has surged globally, but researchers warn the rapid adoption outpaces scientific evidence of its safety and effectiveness outside specific conditions like autism and ADHD. A major review highlighted concerns about inconsistent supplement dosing, limited long-term safety data for typically developing children, and rising accidental ingestions, calling for stricter regulation and behavioral sleep strategies as primary interventions.
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Melatonin use among children has surged globally, but researchers warn the rapid adoption outpaces scientific evidence of its safety and effectiveness outside specific conditions like autism and ADHD. A major review highlighted concerns about inconsistent supplement dosing, limited long-term safety data for typically developing children, and rising accidental ingestions, calling for stricter regulation and behavioral sleep strategies as primary interventions.