Both transient (short-term) insomnia and chronic (long-term) insomnia are experienced by approximately 40% to 50% of the population.
Knowing the causes of insomnia may assist you in your own diagnosis and help you make changes to get the sleep that your body and mind need.
Causes of transient insomnia are things that are more habitual or environmental and can be changed with self discipline.
Decreasing or eliminating these external factors can reduce your occurrence of insomnia: oCaffeine found in energy drinks, coffee, and cola are known to suppress fatigue while boosting alertness, decreasing the ability to fall and stay asleep.
oAlthough alcohol may help you fall asleep, it can be a contributor to insomnia.
It interrupts your sleep cycle causing you to wake prematurely and preventing you from a full night's sleep.
oIt has been found that smokers take longer to fall asleep than non-smokers due to the nicotine (a stimulant) present in their bodies.
oUnwanted lights or noise may be keeping you from falling asleep or staying asleep.
Close your windows, blinds, and doors, and use an eye mask and/or a white noise machine for better sleep.
oStress from work, family, financial, or social situations contributes to short-term insomnia.
It is best to work through these issues with support from loved ones or licensed therapists so you can move on and regain lost sleep.
oTraveling for business or pleasure and disturbing your usual sleep routine will disrupt sleep.
If traveling is frequently required try to establish a way to continue your regular routine while away from home.
Some of the causes of chronic insomnia are: oFragmented breathing caused by sleep apnea causes frequent waking.
Sleep apnea is dangerous and it is very important to see a doctor if sleep apnea is a problem.
oRestless Leg Syndrome or the urge to move your legs due to tingly feelings felt when trying to relax.
This is another difficult problem for which you should see a doctor.
oEmotional disorders, such as anxiety or depression can be a cause of sleeplessness.
Depression can be a serious condition requiring medical help.
Do see a doctor if you are suffering in this way.
There are ways to overcome insomnia naturally and these should always be tried before resorting to sleeping pills.
Knowing the causes of insomnia may assist you in your own diagnosis and help you make changes to get the sleep that your body and mind need.
Causes of transient insomnia are things that are more habitual or environmental and can be changed with self discipline.
Decreasing or eliminating these external factors can reduce your occurrence of insomnia: oCaffeine found in energy drinks, coffee, and cola are known to suppress fatigue while boosting alertness, decreasing the ability to fall and stay asleep.
oAlthough alcohol may help you fall asleep, it can be a contributor to insomnia.
It interrupts your sleep cycle causing you to wake prematurely and preventing you from a full night's sleep.
oIt has been found that smokers take longer to fall asleep than non-smokers due to the nicotine (a stimulant) present in their bodies.
oUnwanted lights or noise may be keeping you from falling asleep or staying asleep.
Close your windows, blinds, and doors, and use an eye mask and/or a white noise machine for better sleep.
oStress from work, family, financial, or social situations contributes to short-term insomnia.
It is best to work through these issues with support from loved ones or licensed therapists so you can move on and regain lost sleep.
oTraveling for business or pleasure and disturbing your usual sleep routine will disrupt sleep.
If traveling is frequently required try to establish a way to continue your regular routine while away from home.
Some of the causes of chronic insomnia are: oFragmented breathing caused by sleep apnea causes frequent waking.
Sleep apnea is dangerous and it is very important to see a doctor if sleep apnea is a problem.
oRestless Leg Syndrome or the urge to move your legs due to tingly feelings felt when trying to relax.
This is another difficult problem for which you should see a doctor.
oEmotional disorders, such as anxiety or depression can be a cause of sleeplessness.
Depression can be a serious condition requiring medical help.
Do see a doctor if you are suffering in this way.
There are ways to overcome insomnia naturally and these should always be tried before resorting to sleeping pills.
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