natural hormone that the body makes. i think this is a huge mistake. it s been around a long time of the there are some side effects, but not so bad for adults. if you take it once in a while for jet lag, if you travel a lot, there is no problem with that once in a while, instead of other medications. it s over the counter, it s available and it s no big deal. if you re going to use this for your children on a regular basis, there is a huge problem. number one, it gives the wrong message and it s a behavior addiction. after a week where mom, dad r is my melatonin. number one. number two, there are some hormonal changes that happen. it can affect your sexual function, infertility. it really changes the whole cycle of hormones in kids like this. i m complete will he against it. i don t think it s a good idea. teaching the children to have a regular sleep pattern, going to bed at the same time, turn off the facebook, ipads, all that stuff before you go to bed and