ADHD and sleep: 5 strategies to finally beat insomnia

About this episode

Dr. J discusses the challenges of ADHD and sleep, offering five strategies to improve rest.

ADHD doesn’t clock out at bedtime. From delayed sleep phases and racing thoughts to stimulant timing and restless nights, sleep disruption is one of the most common (and most overlooked) challenges of living with ADHD. Plus, poor sleep makes every ADHD symptom worse! In this episode, Dr. J breaks down why ADHD and sleep don’t always get along. And she shares five science-backed strategies to help you finally get some rest.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. J

Topics covered

• ADHD
• sleep
• insomnia
• mental health
• strategies

Keywords

• ADHD
• sleep disruption
• insomnia
• restless nights
• sleep strategies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Understood.org

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