Tag 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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Beyond Genes: Leveraging Sleep, Exercise, and Diet to Improve ADHD
Posted on March 4, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Exercise, ADHD Diet & Nutrition, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Joel Nigg, Ph.D ADHD is genetic, but it is also environmental — to a degree. You can’t change your DNA. But you CAN change your diet, fitness, and sleep habits — all of which may have real, positive effects on ADHD symptoms. Here’s how. Read the full article.
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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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Sleep Scientist Warns Against Walking Through Life ‘In An Underslept State’
Posted on December 6, 2017 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Sleep.By Terry Gross The National Sleep Foundation recommends an average of eight hours of sleep per night for adults, but sleep scientist Matthew Walker says that too many people are falling short of the mark. “Human beings are the only species that deliberately deprive themselves of sleep for no apparent gain,” Walker says. “Many people […]
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