Insomnia is one of the sleep disorder that easily found in our current lifestyle. There is an estimation of 30%-50% of the general population are affected by normal insomnia whilst 10% have chronic insomnia.
What are the symptoms of insomnia?
The most obvious symptom is persistent of difficulty falling asleep. Others include : -
• Wake up often during the night and having trouble going back to sleep wakeup too early in the morning.
• Sleepiness during the day.
• General tiredness.
• Irritability.
• Problems with concentration or memory.
Generally, there are 2 types of insomnia : -
Primary insomnia: This insomnia is not directly associated with any other health condition or problem.
Secondary insomnia: This happens when a person is having sleep problems because of health condition (ie asthma, depression, arthritis, cancer, or heartburn); pain; on-going medication; or alcohol.
What are the causes of insomnia?
i. Uncomfortable room temperature (too hot or too cold)
ii. Excessive or unpleasant noise
iii. Changes in shift work
iv. Jet lag
v. Presence of an acute medical or surgical illness or hospitalization
vi. Feeling of fear, anxiety, stress and depression or emotional or mental tension
vii. Withdrawal from drug, alcohol, sedative, or stimulant medications
viii. High altitude (mountains)
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
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