ADHD and Sleep: It’s Complicated, Part 1

Many with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder struggle with sleep. Stimulant medications can sometimes help or exacerbate sleep issues.  In this Part 1 of a two-part series on Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews the very insightful Dr. Roberto Olivardia on the topic. In the series they characterize sleep, sleep challenges, sleep hygiene, and challenges with sleep in ADHD.  They identify and explain the process of adhering to sleep hygiene, sleep issues diagnosed independent of ADHD, and tips and mindsets to manage sleep. If you can’t sleep and are reading this at 2 am, you might need to listen to this insightful series. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works. Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.