Unwelcome Wakes: Understanding and Managing Intrusive Sleep with ADHD Intrusive sleep is an unsettling experience where a person suddenly wakes up from a normal nighttime sleep, feeling as though they've only been asleep for minutes.
However, when they check the time, hours have passed.
For individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intrusive sleep can be particularly distressing due to its unpredictable nature and potential impact on daily routines.