The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
Hot Topics: ADHD, Sleep, Cannabis and Alcohol
Hot Topics: ADHD, Sleep, Cannabis and Alcohol
Hot Topics: ADHD, Sleep, Cannabis and Alcohol
Sunday 18th January 2026
Explore ADHD treatments, sleep's role in recovery, and trends in young adults' alcohol use in this engaging podcast episode.
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Episode Overview
- Stimulant medications for ADHD may not improve attention but affect reward systems.
- Young adults increasingly use cannabis and alcohol to aid sleep, impacting quality.
- Alcohol consumption among young adults is declining due to health awareness.
- Better sleep and exercise are crucial for mental health and recovery.
- Societal norms around school start times can negatively affect adolescent health.
"Stimulant medications don't target attention systems. Instead, they activate the brain's reward systems and wakefulness centers."
How do different strategies aid in addiction recovery? The latest episode of The Right Mind Media Podcast, hosted by Jon Cohan and Abby Dean, dives into the month's hot topics surrounding ADHD, sleep, cannabis, and alcohol. This lively discussion reveals surprising findings from recent research on stimulant medications for ADHD, highlighting that these drugs may not enhance attention as previously thought, but rather stimulate the brain's reward and wakefulness systems.
You'll learn how this discovery is changing the way we understand ADHD treatment, especially in relation to sleep issues. Jon and Abby also explore the alarming trend of young adults using cannabis and alcohol as sleep aids, despite the negative impacts on sleep quality and potential for addiction. They discuss how societal shifts in alcohol consumption among young people are reshaping the alcohol economy, with a noticeable decline in drinking habits due to increased health awareness.
The hosts share their insights on how better sleep, exercise, and mental health awareness can positively impact recovery and overall well-being. They touch on how cultural expectations around sleep and early school start times are affecting adolescents' mental health, and why letting kids catch up on sleep over weekends might be more beneficial than we think. This episode is packed with valuable information and practical advice for anyone interested in mental health, addiction recovery, or simply leading a healthier lifestyle.
Curious about how these findings might apply to your own life? Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and offers fresh perspectives on managing mental health and addiction.