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Christine's Sleep Struggles
- Christine Carter shares her experience of struggling with sleep as a child and adult due to ADHD.
- She recalls being the last to fall asleep at sleepovers and having difficulty napping.
Delayed Sleep Phase in ADHD
- About 70-75% of adults with ADHD have delayed sleep phase syndrome (DSPS).
- This means their natural sleep is delayed by hours beyond normal bedtimes, causing difficulty waking up early.
Late Melatonin Release in ADHD
- Melatonin release happens about 90 minutes later in people with ADHD compared to typical adults.
- It then takes longer for them to fall asleep, explaining late bedtimes and wake times.