Mental health and sleep. Sleep Foundation. (2023, November 16).

This passage discusses the intricate relationship between sleep and mental health. It emphasizes the bidirectional connection between the two, where mental health disorders can affect sleep, and poor sleep can contribute to the initiation and worsening of mental health problems. The text explores specific mental health conditions such as depression, seasonal affective disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder, highlighting how each is associated with unique sleep challenges. The article also touches upon the importance of addressing sleep problems as part of the treatment for psychiatric disorders and suggests strategies for improving both sleep and mental health.