Bedwetting is a common problem
Bedwetting is a common problem
Bedwetting is common during the pre-school and junior school years and children vary in their ability to control their bladders at night time. It is quite normal for a child under the age of five to wet the bed occasionally and boys often take longer than girls to become dry at night. ‘Accidents’ do happen and should be dealt with kindly and sensitively in order to prevent emotional problems. Children who wet their beds should not be punished.
How should bedwetting be addressed?
There are many possible causes of nocturnal enuresis (commonly known as bedwetting), including medical problems, emotional and family problems and immature bladders. Your GP should be your first port of call if bedwetting is regular and persistent or if a child suddenly starts wetting the bed again. He/she will be able to examine your child and advise you of the appropriate steps to take.
Michele Carelse M.A. (Clinical Psychology)
