ADHD/ADD and Melatonin WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on ADHD/ADD and Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland, it is also available to take as a supplement.1 One of the primary functions of melatonin is to regulate the circadian rhythm which maintains the body's sleep-wake cycle.1 Those who suffer from ADHD often find that the medications that are used to control the disorder have unwanted side effects that include insomnia.2 While melatonin does not control the symptoms of ADHD, research shows that melatonin supplements does shorten the amount of time it takes for ADHD patients to fall asleep.3
Fast Facts:
- ADHD patients have reported more restful sleep after using melatonin.4
- There is no standard dosing schedule for melatonin.1
- The most commonly reported side effects of melatonin use include a drowsiness and a slowed reaction time.1
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Mental Health Matters: Melatonin, Sleep Enhancement, and ADHD
- ↑ Mental Health Matters: Melatonin, Sleep Enhancement, and ADHD
- ↑ Wikipedia: Melatonin: ADHD
- ↑ Mayo Clinic: Melatonin Uses: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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- Reviewer: Emily Lapkin
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- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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- Contributor: Susan Scroggins
- Reviewer: Emily Lapkin
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: ADHD and MELATONIN
- Last update: Apr. 24, 2009
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