ADHD treatments, sleep, and sleep problems: complex associations
Mark A Stein, Margaret Weiss, Laura Hlavaty, Mark A Stein, Margaret Weiss, Laura Hlavaty
Abstract
ADHD, sleep, and ADHD treatments are highly interrelated. In this review, we describe the effects of stimulants and non stimulant medications on sleep in children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD. Clinical predictors of sleep problems during pharmacotherapy include age, sleep problems prior to initiating treatment, and dose and dosing schedule. As yet, we have little understanding of the biological or genetic factors related to individual variation in drug response and sleep.
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Parent ratings of severe insomnia by dose condition
Severe Insomnia by Dose of Extended Release Dexmethylphenidate (ER-D-MPH) and Extended Release Mixed Amphetamine Salts (ER MAS)
Source: PubMed