Dr. Arveity Setty

Sleep expert gives back to school resting tips

A Sanford Health Pediatric Sleep Specialist says parents need to monitor screen time and get kids on a healthy sleep schedule.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The first day of school is right around the corner. It can take days or even weeks for a child to adjust to a sleep schedule change. The brain and body take time to accept a new routine. Phone screens have blue light which disrupts with natural melatonin meant to help us fall asleep. Studies show…

Is Giving Melatonin to Children Dangerous?

Dr. Setty says before you start your child on melatonin, talk to your family physician

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A local doctor says there’s not enough evidence to determine if Melatonin is dangerous for children. “At this time, the long term effect of melatonin, we have no idea because we need more research to talk about it. It’s usually recommended for a shorter term,” Sanford Health Pediatric Sleep Specialist Dr. Arveity Setty said. Dr. Setty…