The sleep and activity database for the early years (SADEY) study: design and methods

Canada, Australia, the World Health Organization and other countries have released 24-hour movement guidelines for the early years which integrate physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep, focusing on supporting children to achieve a healthy 24-hour day. The guideline evidence synthesis, however, highlighted the dearth of high-quality evidence, particularly from large-scale studies.

Citation:
Cliff DP, Antczak D, Draper CE, Olds T, …….. Christian HE, De Craemer M, et al. The sleep and activity database for the early years (SADEY) study: design and methods. J act sedentary sleep behav. 2024;3(1).

Keywords:
Data harmonisation; Data pooling; Early childhood; Movement behaviours; Physical activity; Sedentary behaviour

Abstract:
Canada, Australia, the World Health Organization and other countries have released 24-hour movement guidelines for the early years which integrate physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep, focusing on supporting children to achieve a healthy 24-hour day. The guideline evidence synthesis, however, highlighted the dearth of high-quality evidence, particularly from large-scale studies.