Melatonin, a hormone produced in the pineal gland and also found in plants and microorganisms, was discovered and named by American dermatologist Aaron Lerner in 1958 CE and is primarily associated with circadian rhythms and seasonal reproductive regulation. Read More

It's not common for parents to take melatonin, but it's not wise for children to take it. Doctors also do not recommend that children take melatonin. Although researchers have not extensively tested the hormone in children, animal experiments have shown that it may affect the reproductive development of adolescents. Although some studies have shown that it can help children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, for most children, unknown risks outweigh benefits. Read More