Childhood Sleep Disorders Linked to Higher Risk of ADHD Symptoms: Study
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An investigation by researchers from the Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry at the University of Valencia showed the close relationship between childhood sleep disorders and the development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in preadolescence.
The study, published in the European Journal of Pediatrics, represented important progress in understanding the causes of ADHD, a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting around 7.5% of children.
Sleep is a complex physiological state, partly responsible for physical and mental performance. Disorders affecting it have immediate and far-reaching consequences.
Sleep disorders in children can lead to symptoms of ADHD, such as trouble paying attention and being overly active. Poor sleep affects the brain's ability to function properly, making it harder for children to concentrate and control their impulses. Over time, this can result in behaviors that are similar to those seen in ADHD, like difficulty focusing, restlessness, and hyperactivity.
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