What is
Insomnia?
Insomnia is the inability to get a good
quality night's sleep. It refers to a wide
array of potential sleeping problems. This
includes having difficulties falling
asleep, waking up too early, waking up off
and on all through the night, and restless
sleep.
What are the Different types of
Insomnia?
There are three different kinds of
insomnia. There is transient insomnia,
intermittent insomnia, and chronic
insomnia. Transient insomnia is short term,
it ranges from one night to a few weeks.
Intermittent insomnia happens infrequently.
Chronic insomnia occurs on an almost
nightly basis and tends to last for much
longer than a month.
Who gets Insomnia? Almost
everyone experiences insomnia at some time
or other in their lives, though it is
usually just transient insomnia. Certain
individuals are more likely to experience
insomnia than others. People who are more
prone to suffering from insomnia include:
the elderly, females, travelers, students,
as well as people who have a history of
depression.
What Causes Insomnia?
Insomnia has quite a few possible
causes. Jet lag as well as a change in work
schedule can bring about transient
insomnia. Stress, anxiety, and depression
can all be contributing factors that could
possibly lead to insomnia as well.
Consuming caffeine and other stimulants can
cause insomnia. This is especially true if
these substances are consumed during the
evening hours. Diseases and ailments such
as asthma or arthritis can also lead to
insomnia. For certain prescription as well
as over the counter medication, insomnia is
one of the side effects.
What is the Treatment for
Insomnia?
Even though there are a wide array of
sleep aids on the market, many people
afflicted by insomnia can find relief in
other ways. Simple changes in dietary
habits and lifestyle are often enough to
overcome insomnia. If an illness is the
underlying cause of insomnia, treatment
should be sought for that before the
insomnia can be cured.
