Does sleep deprivation treat ADHD?

Sleep deprivation is no joke, and ADHD symptoms often take it from bad to worse. Use these strategies to ... Christine is suffering from ADHD sleep deprivation, too, because of Jake's disruptive restlessness. .... Remember: No amount of light therapy or melatonin will help if you are not having problems with circadian rhythm. read more

Definitely not! I have a hard enough time staying on task as it is. When you add sleep deprivation into the mix my whole day gets so much harder. read more

Dr. Vatsal G. Thakkar, a psychiatrist practicing in Westport, Connecticut, and a clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD and sleep disorders, says that sleep deprivation can create additional challenges for individuals with ADHD. read more

In general, sleep deprivation is a problem among children in America. According to NSF's 2004 Sleep in America poll, more than two-thirds of children experience one or more sleep problems at least a few nights a week. For children with ADHD, poor sleep (too little sleep or symptoms of sleep disorders) may profoundly impact ADHD symptoms. read more