ADHD often affects sleep as much as daytime focus. Many people with ADHD experience insomnia, restless sleep, delayed sleep timing, and chronic exhaustion because the same self-regulation systems involved in attention and emotional control also affect the ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.

ADHD affects more than attention; it can also increase the risk of early death and suicide. This article explores how impulsivity, mental health challenges, and limited access to treatment contribute to these outcomes, and explains how proper care and medication can significantly reduce these risks.