Sleep and circadian rhythm function and trait impulsivity: An actigraphy study

Aug 3, 2018Psychiatry research

Sleep and daily body clock patterns linked to natural impulsive behavior

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Abstract

High impulsive individuals exhibited phase-delayed patterns of sleep and reduced sleep efficiency.

  • Daily rest-activity patterns were linked to trait impulsivity in 51 healthy young adults.
  • Participants with higher impulsivity had decreased total sleep time and disrupted circadian function.
  • There was a correlation between impulsivity and greater self-reported symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
  • Sleep and circadian rhythm disturbances may be associated with impulsive traits similar to those in certain psychiatric conditions.

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