Consensus Statements and Papers

AASM consensus statements and consensus papers are developed by a panel of experts using a modified RAND Appropriateness Method consensus process, when little direct evidence is available. Consensus statements provide a concise explanation of the panel’s position on a narrow topic of interest. Consensus papers provide a more complete accounting of consensus conference proceedings, the evidence that was reviewed, and any key discussion points that led to the final consensus.

Published Paper Title
11/2016 Consensus Statement of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine on the Recommended Amount of Sleep for Healthy Children: Methodology and Discussion
06/2016 Recommended Amount of Sleep for Pediatric Populations: A Consensus Statement of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine
08/2015 Joint Consensus Statement of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research Society on the Recommended Amount of Sleep for a Healthy Adult: Methodology and Discussion
06/2015 Recommended Amount of Sleep for a Healthy Adult: A Joint Consensus Statement of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research Society