Insomnia sufferers usually have a hard time falling to sleep and when they fall to sleep they may wake up during the night and not be able to go back to sleep.
There are several reasons or causes for insomnia. Some causes may include anxiety and/or depression, certain medical conditions like hyperthyroidism, and sleep apnea.
A person suffering with anxiety may generally experience tension and intense worrying. Constant worrying can keep you from falling to sleep at night which in turns increases anxiety which ultimately leads to a systematic cycle of insomnia and anxiety. A good way to deal with anxiety and worry is to think of good thoughts. Like think of a time you had a ton of fun whenever you feel yourself worrying.
Certain medical conditions can attribute to insomnia. One of these conditions is hyperthyroidism, also known as over active thyroid. This is when the thyroid gland produces more thyroid hormones than normal. When a person suffers with hyperthyroidism, they may have a hard time concentrating, they may feel tired, they may also suffer with restless which ultimately leads to insomnia.
Another reason for insomnia is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea happens when a person stops breathing temporarily while they are sleeping. Other symptoms may include sudden movements or jerking while asleep.
Insomnia can lead to and become a very serious problem. If you think you may be experiencing insomnia you should seek a medical doctor.
Friday, April 16, 2010
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