Are Insomnia and ADHD Mutually Exclusive?

Sleep disturbances and problems with attention, concentration, and impulse control, often regarded as ADHD, can be some of the most frustrating conditions to live with.

You may be wondering, though, if there’s a connection between insomnia and ADHD.

The short answer is that these conditions are often mutually exclusive. This means that although it’s also possible for you to only have one of the two, you can have both of these disorders at the same time as well.

Given that these disorders can be difficult to spot when combined, here’s all you need to know about them:

Detecting Signs and Symptoms of Insomnia and ADHD 

Are Insomnia and ADHD Mutually Exclusive? The short answer to this question is yes. However, some factors can increase the chances of developing both insomnia and ADHD symptoms.

These include:

1. Age: The older a person gets, the more likely he or she will be to experience these disorders.
2. Gender: Females tend to have a higher risk of developing either one of these disorders, but men also face higher odds of having problems sleeping or having inattentive behaviors during childhood or as adults.
3. Marital status: Married individuals are less likely to experience insomnia than those who live alone; however, married people with children were more likely than those without children to report having trouble sleeping at night regularly.

What is the best way to treat insomnia and ADHD?

If you have insomnia or ADHD, there are several treatment options available to help you get a good night’s sleep.

1. Exercise

Exercise is an excellent way to get your body and mind into a relaxed state so that you can fall asleep easier.

Exercise helps boost your mood and energy levels, which will help you fall asleep more easily. Exercise also has a positive effect on your ability to concentrate and focus during the day, which can improve school performance.

A good rule of thumb is that if you feel tired after exercising for 15 minutes or more, then you probably need more exercise or less rest time.

2. Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone produced by the brain that helps regulate our circadian rhythms (our body’s internal clock).

Melatonin levels naturally rise at night and then drop during daylight hours, which helps us get drowsy and ready for sleep.

Taking melatonin supplements may help people with sleep problems get more restful nights.

3. Hypnosis

Consider seeing a hypnosis expert about your condition if one of these symptoms persists for several months:

• mood swings or extreme irritability;
• problems with thoughts or concentration;
• excessive tiredness;
• feelings of sadness or despair;
• anxiety;
• headaches or migraines;
• severe depression;
• frequent physical problems such as stomachaches and colds (the flu);
• unexplained weight loss/gain

So, are you willing to get treatment for ADHD and insomnia? Blossom Hypnosis can help!

Rekha Shrivatastava is an experienced hypnosis professional based in Rochester, NY who believes in the power of the mind and can help you with ADHD, and low self-esteem via hypnosis.

You can also call us at 585-281-2988 to schedule an appointment.