Journal of attention disorders

Sleep Patterns and Body Clock Rhythms in Adults with ADHD and How Stimulant Medications May Affect Them

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Abstract

Adult ADHD is associated with longer objective sleep latency and delayed circadian rhythmicity.

  • Individuals with adult ADHD experience longer times to fall asleep, regardless of insomnia symptoms.
  • Sleep maintenance issues and delayed waking times are common in adults with ADHD.
  • Increased eveningness and delayed melatonin onset are linked to adult ADHD.
  • Stimulant treatments may lead to a delay in circadian rhythm parameters.
  • Light therapy could promote earlier sleep patterns and is associated with reduced ADHD symptoms.

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