Oftentimes, ADHDers tend to struggle with sleep in a few different ways:
Difficulty falling asleep
Delayed Sleep - Onset Insomnia
Restless Sleep
Unable to maintain regular sleep routine
So, what’s the connection here??
Many researchers have linked ADHD to a higher likelihood of Circadian Rhythm Disorders. While they are separate conditions, they can sometimes coexist or have overlapping symptoms. CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) has put together a short but helpful PDF about ADHD and sleep disorders - you can find that HERE.
If you have ADHD and you've often struggled with sleep, you’ll want to tune in to this week's podcast episode featuring Sleep Expert & Behavior Coach, Nicole Shallow. Join us as we talk all about this along with some tips to help you get a better night's rest.