If you have ever woken up with a sore jaw or noticed your teeth grinding at night, you might be dealing with bruxism. While many people experience this, a new look at the data suggests it may be more common for those living with ADHD.
Researchers looked at a large group of over 16,000 people to see if there was a connection between these two conditions. They found that people with ADHD were twice as likely to have bruxism compared to those without ADHD. This link was consistent enough to be statistically significant, meaning it is unlikely to have happened by chance.
It is important to remember that this finding shows a link, not a direct cause. The study did have some limitations, such as differences in how individual studies were conducted. While the connection is clear, it does not mean everyone with ADHD will experience jaw issues. Talk to your doctor if you notice persistent jaw pain or teeth grinding.
