Enuresis: are we using the optimal treatment?

A multitude of treatments are currently being used for enuresis. This article reviews the scientific evidence supporting various treatments and indicating their effectiveness. Recent evidence demonstrating the significant improvement of psychological well-being as a result of treatment indicates that treatment should be started early. The literature shows that 48% of parents do not seek medical help for children with enuresis. They tend to use ineffective and sometimes damaging treatment, such as punishment. The authors conclude that the modern enuretic alarm is relatively safe, painless, easy to use, and is the most effective treatment available.