Important to identify and treat sleep problems in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

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Source: Drugs & Therapy Perspectives, Volume 27, Number 5, 1 May 2011 , pp. 15-17(3)

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Abstract:

A large proportion of paediatric patients with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) also have sleep problems. Once the relationship between ADHD and sleep problems have been identified, the sleep problems should be managed by an individualized plan consisting of behavioural and/or pharmacological treatment options.

Keywords: Amphetamines; Atomoxetine; Attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder; Children; Hypnosedatives; Insomnia; Melatonin; Modafinil; Sleep-disorder-therapies; Sleep-disorders

Document Type: Disease Management

Publication date: 2011-05-01