Category Archives: ADHD & Sleep
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Comorbid ADHD, Insomnia Associated With Poorer Mental Functioning, Productivity
Posted on August 24, 2020 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep, ADHD Health Issues.By Emily Pond Co-occurring attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and insomnia were associated with poorer mental functioning and lower productivity, per study data published in Psychological Medicine. These results emphasize the importance of screening for sleep problems in patients with ADHD and vice versa. Read the full article
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How Much Do Sleep Problems Underlie ADHD Symptoms?
Posted on May 22, 2020 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.Years ago, after I had given a presentation about ADHD to a group of health care professionals, an audience member wanted to make a comment. “You know that ADHD is really just people who don’t sleep well,” she said. I told her at the time that poor sleep can definitely make things worse but no, actually I […]
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ADHD and Sleep Problems: Why You’re Always So Tired
Posted on July 29, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.By William Dodson, MD Does ADD make you tired? Sleep disturbances caused by ADHD have been overlooked for a number of reasons, including the late age of onset. But recent studies confirm that ADD symptoms do not go away at night. Here, understand the ADHD and sleep link and its most common manifestations. Plus, get […]
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What’s More Important: Exercise Or Sleep?
Posted on May 16, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Exercise, ADHD & Sleep, ADHD Diet & Nutrition, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Rosie Osmun You know that getting enough sleep and getting enough exercise are both essential for good health. But when you’re short on time or are feeling tired, is it still worth waking up extra early so you can squeeze in a workout? You’re probably hoping the answer is “no.” After all, who wouldn’t […]
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ADHD and Sleep Problems: Why You’re Always So Tired
Posted on March 29, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.By William Dodson, M.D. Sleep disturbances caused by ADHD have been overlooked for a number of reasons, including the late age of onset. But recent studies confirm that ADD symptoms do not go away at night. Here, understand the ADHD and sleep link and its most common manifestations. Plus, get tips for winding down quicker, […]
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A New Theory About ADHD And Sleep
Posted on February 7, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.by Dr. Michael Breus I’ve been interested for a long time in the relationship between ADHD and sleep, and particularly in the risk of misdiagnosis of ADHD for what may be sleep problems. In both adults and children with ADHD, sleep problems are common—often significantly more common than in the general population. What’s more, the symptoms of sleeplessness […]
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This Is Why You’re Always So Tired
Posted on December 10, 2018 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep, Adult ADD/ADHD.BY WILLIAM DODSON, M.D. Sleep disturbances caused by ADHD have been overlooked for a number of reasons, including the late age of onset. But recent studies confirm that ADD does not go away at night. Here, understand the ADHD and sleep link and its most common manifestations. Plus, get tips for winding down quicker, staying asleep […]
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Sleepers (Plus, a Bonus Habit)
Posted on August 13, 2018 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Angela Horn Missing out on a good night’s shut eye is enough to make anyone grumpy. We all want to wake up feeling well rested and ready for the day, but that doesn’t always happen. There are numerous common sleep problems that could keep you up at night. Some, like staying up too late […]
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Could some ADHD be a type of sleep disorder? That would fundamentally change how we treat it
Posted on May 17, 2018 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.By Ariana Eujung Cha Over the past two decades, U.S. parents and teachers have reported epidemic levels of children with trouble focusing, impulsive behavior and so much energy that they are bouncing off walls. Educators, policymakers and scientists have referred to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, as a national crisis and have spent billions of dollars looking into its cause. Read the […]
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ADHD Sleep Problems: How to Rest Better Tonight!
Posted on March 7, 2018 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.By William Dodson, MD For many adults and children with attention deficit disorder, the thought of falling asleep easily, staying asleep through the night, and then waking up easily — and refreshed — seems but a dream. ADHD adults know that their sleep can be disturbed by mental and physical restlessness, and that it […]
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