ADHD and Sleep: Understanding the Connection

What is a common question researchers have about the relationship between ADHD and sleep?

• If ADHD is more common in adults than children

• Whether ADHD can be cured with medication

• Whether ADHD causes sleep issues or vice versa

• If ADHD affects only attention span

What percentage of children with ADHD have trouble falling and staying asleep?

• 90%

• 20%

• 50%

• 70%

What is a common sleep disorder found in individuals with ADHD?

• Sleepwalking

• Sleep apnea

• Insomnia

• Narcolepsy

What is the term used to describe the interaction between ADHD and sleep issues?

• Bilateral comorbidities

• Mutual exclusivity

• Unilateral comorbidities

• Independent disorders

What hormone is primarily responsible for regulating circadian rhythms?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Cortisol

• Melatonin

How much later are the circadian rhythms of individuals with ADHD delayed compared to non-ADHD controls?

• 60 minutes

• 105 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 90 minutes

What percentage of children continued using melatonin daily after a long-term study?

• 85%

• 45%

• 65%

• 95%

What was the reported improvement in behavior among children taking melatonin?

• 71%

• 81%

• 61%

• 51%

What happens to the sleep onset of those who stop taking melatonin?

• It becomes earlier

• It becomes more delayed

• It remains unchanged

• It improves further

What does the research suggest about the biological predisposition of those with ADHD?

• They have a normal circadian rhythm

• They are more sensitive to light changes

• They have an altered circadian rhythm

• They do not respond to melatonin