Sleeplessness

 

Insomnia or sleeplessness is a common problem in the modern world. About one-third of all adults report insomnia symptoms. But between 6 to 10 percent of all adults have symptoms severe enough for them to be diagnosed with insomnia disorder. It can occur at any age and is more likely to affect women than men. insomnia is difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. People with insomnia can feel dissatisfied with their sleep and usually experience one or more of the following symptoms like fatigue, low energy, difficulty concentrating, mood disturbances, and decreased performance in work or at school.

Most common causes for insomnia includes high levels of stress, emotional disorders such as depression, distress related to a life event, lower income, traveling to different time zones, sedentary lifestyle, changes in work hours or working night shifts, anxiety or fear, excitement, pain, noise, new baby, old age, eating late, alcohol, coffee, tea or other stimulants, uncomfortable bed or bed too small, cold, insufficient exercise. Some major causes include heart diseases, obesity, menopause and other hormonal problems, and severe medical conditions.

Insomnia can have a significant impact. Some of the effects of insomnia are obvious, while others can be subtle and increase over time. Either way, it's important to address insomnia. Insomnia is difficult in its own right, but it may also cause other issues, both psychological and physical. Many people with insomnia feel more refreshed when they get proper treatment and finally begin to sleep well again.

A circadian rhythm or a biological clock is a roughly 24 hour cycle in the physiological processes of living beings. This rhythm is important in determining the sleeping and feeding patterns of all animals, including human beings. Melatonin is a hormone produced in the pineal gland, a small gland located in the brain that regulates sleeping patterns.

Maintaining the circardian rhythm is the correct way to beat insomnia. There are some tips to maintain good sleep.

Stick to the same sleeping time and wake up time. This helps to regulate biological clock.

Avoid sleep during day time, Do not exercice close to bed time.

Do not have a television in your bedroom and do not read in bed unless you are quite sure that reading actually helps you to get to sleep. Keep your bed only to sleep.

avoiding caffeinated beverages like tea or coffee near bedtime. Avoid eating late in the night

Avoid alcohol late in the evening unless you know that it helps you to sleep.

Ideally find a quiet place, lie on your back and then relax each muscle in your body in turn, beginning with your feet, and working up to your head. Then lie quietly and let your mind drift. Do this everyday.

Many cases of insomnia can be effectively managed by making lifestyle changes. Warm milk, herbal tea, and valeriana are just a few of the natural sleep aids you can try.

Homoeopathy

There are lot of homeopathic medicines to help such problems by regulating the circardian rhythm. As always with homoeopathy, the remedy must be chosen according to the symptoms of the individual. It is always better to consult a homeopathy doctor before starting a homeopathic medicine of your choice.

Dr. Suneeth Mathew BHMS, M.Sc (Psy), M.Phil(Psy), FCECLD, DCP (UK)

Holykings Homeopathy

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