Insomnia – An Overview
and Some Facts
Insomnia is the most common sleep complaint. It occurs when you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep even though you had the opportunity to get a full night of sleep.
Insomnia involves both a sleep time and daytime symptoms. The effects of insomnia can impact nearly every aspect of your life. Studies show that insomnia negatively affects work performance,
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impairs decision-making and can damage relationships. In most cases, people with insomnia report a worse overall quality of life.
Insomnia affects 30 to 35 % of all adults; Over 700,000 Americans complained of insomnia in 2013 and by 2015 it was 1.5 million the numbers keep going up mainly due to shift work. It is more common in groups such as older adults, women, people under stress and people with certain medical and mental health problems such as depression.
Insomnia is more likely to occur in females, people over 60 years of age, and people who have a history of depression, however, anyone can be affected by insomnia. Short-term insomnia may also occur as a side effect of certain medications. Chronic insomnia is more serious and may be caused or worsened by a variety of mental and physical problems.
There are two types of insomnia based on the regularity and duration of the sleep disturbance and daytime symptoms:
- . Primary insomnia: This type occurs in the absence of other medical problems: and lasts for up to three months. It occurs in 15 to 20 percent of people.
- Chronic insomnia: This type of insomnia occurs at least three times per week and lasts for at least three months. About 10 percent of people have chronic insomnia.
Insomnia – Symptoms and
causes
Symptoms and causes of insomnia are different for every patient. Insomnia symptoms may include:
- Fatigue
- Problems with attention, concentration or memory (cognitive impairment)
- Poor performance at school or work
- Moodiness or irritability
- Daytime sleepiness
- Impulsiveness or aggression
- Lack of energy or motivation
- Errors or accidents
- Concern or frustration about your sleep
Insomnia is most often associated with another problem. Insomnia that is not caused or worsened by other factors is rare. These factors may include:
Stress
This varies from relatively minor things like work or personal stress, to more severe changes such as death, divorce or job loss, watching the news, or what about the fact the all the TV shows and movies have to do with medical and police dramas. By the way as a side note I love talking about work, so, IF your J O B has you stressed just send me a message.
Other sleep disorders
Some sleep disorders can cause insomnia or make it worse. For instance, people with restless legs syndrome may have a hard time falling asleep.
Medical conditions cause insomnia
Many physical illnesses can cause insomnia. People who experience pain, discomfort or limited mobility from medical problems may have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Insomnia due to medical conditions is most common in older adults because people tend to have more chronic health problems as they age. Conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, cancer, heartburn , pregnancy, particularly the third trimester, menopause and can cause sleep problems. The severity and duration of insomnia often varies with the related health condition.
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Mental disorders cause insomnia
The relationship between sleep and mental health is complex. Insomnia is sometimes caused by a mental health disorder. Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. People with depression often have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Difficulty falling asleep is also common in people with anxiety disorders. Other mood disorders such as bipolar disorder may also cause sleep problems.
Medication or substance use or abuse
cause insomnia
Insomnia can be an unwanted side effect of many prescription or over-the-counter medications. Common cold and allergy medicines contain pseudoephedrine and can make it difficult to fall asleep. Antidepressants and medications to treat ADHD, high blood pressure or Parkinson’s disease can also cause insomnia.
Drinking alcohol before bedtime can cause frequent awakenings during the night. Insomnia also can occur if you suddenly stop using a sleeping pill.
Caffeine and other stimulants can prevent you from falling asleep. Stimulants also cause frequent awakenings during the night.
Some people are sensitive to certain foods and may be allergic to them. This can result in insomnia and disrupted sleep.
Environmental factors cause insomnia
The environment where you sleep can cause insomnia. Disruptive factors such as noise, light or extreme temperatures can interfere with sleep.
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Sleeping with a bed partner who snores also can cause sleep disruption. Extended exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals may prevent you from being able to fall asleep or stay asleep.
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Why can’t I get my child to sleep at night?
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Success Summit
If you want to improve anything, it starts with sleep. Sleep heals illness. Sleep reduces stress. Like diet and exercise, sleep is a pillar of wellness. No matter who or where you are, it’s time to understand these educational facts and actionable ways to affect your sleep in a positive manner! Don’t miss The Sleep Success Summit from August 8-15, 2016, free and online!
Because the Food and Drug Administration does not mandate that manufacturers show proof of effectiveness or safety before marketing dietary supplement sleep aids, talk with your doctor before taking any herbal supplements or other OTC products. Some products can interact with medications, and others — such as L-tryptophan, kava or 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) — can be dangerous on their own.