How Does Your Light Environment Impact ADHD Sleep & Mental Health

Nature has made extraordinary systems in our body that work in some incredible ways, such as respiratory or nervous system. We are quite familiar with these and the other such systems but unfortunately, we are not made aware of one of the most important systems of a body – the circadian rhythms. Circadian rhythms are 24-hour cycles that are important for the body's inner clock, running naturally in the background to do fundamental functions. Perhaps the most significant and notable circadian rhythm is the sleep-wake cycle. The amazing fact is this is not present in only humans but also animals, birds and plants too.

A circadian rhythm can endorse consistent and restful sleep only if it’s properly aligned. But when this circadian rhythm is disrupted, it can cause significant sleeping issues, including insomnia. Research shows that circadian rhythms play a vital role in diverse features of physical and mental health.

Circadian Rhythm and ADHD
Mental health is on the rise nowadays and we need to ensure we combat it. A lot of people around you will need your support, so make sure are considerate and help them during these difficult times. Circadian rhythms are tied to the natural cycles of light and dark which means the wrong type of light at the wrong time of day or night can disturb our circadian rhythms and thus affect our sleep negatively.

Lack of sleep affects the human brain in many aspects. The brain cannot function properly and can result in several health problems, as well as mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.

There are a few reasons to fundamentally consider the role of circadian rhythm misalignment in late-onset ADHD. In the first place, the deferred circadian rhythm phase is prevalent and weakening among grown-ups with diagnosed ADHD.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder. The patient displays a constant pattern of inattention, they have to deal with hyperactivity and impulsivity. To a great extent, it interferes with functioning or development of an individual.

Among adults with ADHD, this circadian rhythm delay and more prominent night alertness disturbs sleep, i.e., problems falling asleep and maintaining it. This brings about accumulating sleep and causes daytime drowsiness, and meddles with the timing of meals and other activities, which may consequently aggravate ADHD, especially hyperactivity.

Individuals with ADHD need extra care and attention. The problem has to be addressed as soon as the severity level has been determined. At Kazim Trust, we urge children to follow their dreams to know what they are capable of. Trained and professional therapists help children and adults both with ADHD, deal with their shortcoming. They are then able to lead a life they dreamed of. Kazim Trust empowers kids and grown-ups with ADHD not to just follow conventional academic ways but to pursue different fields and explore new avenues, for example, sports, music, and entrepreneurship. This helps them look in the eyes of challenges life throws at them.