Types of Insomnia – the types of insomnia that keep you awake

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causes of insomnia Insomnia Most people link the term Insomnia to endless nights lying in bed unable to sleep however it is really a term that is meant to refer to an endless list of reasons why you can’t sleep. A list as diverse as staying asleep when you should be waking up, to waking up to early in the morning. Each of these sleeping disorders will need a different approach and treatment and before any treatment is commenced an analysis of whether your Insomnia is primary or secondary Insomnia will need to be carried out. Primary Insomnia is categorised mainly as a disturbance to your sleeping pattern and usually lasts for around a month and for the most part has no medical or physical reasoning behind it. Secondary Insomnia however is an effect caused by another complaint that you may have such as maybe asthma which may well get worse during the course of the night. Causes of insomnia fall into two categories: Internal or external What I mean by internal is maybe a condition within the body such as sleep apnoea. What I mean by external is maybe a noisy environment or personal and emotional problems. The duration of these sleeping disorders will go some way to indicating how serious your insomnia really is. Types of insomnia Transient Transient insomnia is where your sleeping patterns are disturbed usually only for a few nights [...]

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Sleep Apnea – looking for sleep apnea treatment

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sleep disorder Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder which could affect both children and adults. At some points during sleep it triggers you to experience low breathing or stop your breathing totally. Apnea is the term used for each period of not breathing and it could last usually for a few seconds or sometimes for minutes. This could take place for a number of times in an hour. By spending a night in a sleep laboratory the condition could be diagnosed. Sufferers of this disorder have issues with vision, daytime fatigue and slowed reactions. Actually there are 3 kinds of this problem: Obstructive Apnea Obstructive apnea is the most typical kind of sleep apnea and it is triggered by the muscles in the throat. People who have a high risk of getting this sleep apnea are those who are obese because they have excessive soft tissues in the throat area. It’s necessary to look for the right treatment when having this because it can result to deprivation of sleep. It can also bring in blood oxygen levels that are low and some other severe complications. Increase in weight and age can increase the risk of developing this sleep apnea. In addition, people with diabetes and those who smoke are more likely to suffer from this ailment. The symptoms of sleep apnea normally include restless sleep, daytime fatigue and loud snoring. Central Apnea This kind [...]

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Sleep Disorders in Children – undiagnosed and untreated

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sleep deprivation anxiety and sleep sleep deprivation Sleep disorders in children is on the increase.Sleep is important,whether you are an adult or a child a good night’s sleep is essential for you to function normally, be alert, and have an overall good disposition. A night deprived of sleep leaves one exhausted and irritable. When we sleep we gain energy by resting. Sleep also helps us in laying down long-term memories by allowing our brain to process the events we went through the day. So it comes as no wonder why everyone thinks that getting a good night’s sleep is essential. Experts see it as a must that kids get enough sleep because they know the risks of sleep deprivation in children are high. It’s not just about waking up with a bad mood. Medical research have shown that kids who have problems sleeping or suffer from sleep disturbances have more medical problems such as ear infections, allergies, and problems related to hearing. Sleep deprived children are also more likely to have social and emotional problems as well.   Lack of sleep and the quality of your child’s sleep can also trigger weight gain and obesity. The hormones Leptin and Ghrelin “checks and balances” our system which helps to control feelings of hunger and fullness. When a child doesn’t get enough sleep Leptin levels go down which makes the child still feel dissatisfied after they have [...]

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