Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on sleep in children with autism spectrum disorders.

Study Objectives: The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on sleep of participants with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) was assessed.

Methods: Parents of 111 children and adolescents with ASD filled out an anonymous online survey shared via social media, investigating the sleep patterns and disturbances before and during the lockdown.

Results: The lockdown changed significantly the bedtime on weekdays in 57.