For Insomnia, The Cure Depends On The Cause
Posted on February 6, 2008
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It’s possible that insomnia can be traced to a single cause, but it’s more likely to be a result of several combined factors. Most insomnia causes can be grouped under physical causes, psychological causes, and temporary factors (hmm, that sounds a lot like “other”).
First, let’s take a look at physical causes. If you’re over 60 years old, you may be experiencing decreased melatonin levels. Melatonin is a hormone that helps us sleep. As people age, melatonin production declines. Several medical conditions are often linked to an inability to sleep well, including asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure and heart disease. Any condition that is causing pain may affect your sleep quality.
Psychological causes include anxiety, stress and depression. If you’re dealing with relationship issues, financial difficulties, or particularly trying times at work, then your sleep may be affected. Psychological difficulties can lead to insomnia, which can make these difficulties worse, which makes sleep even more difficult, and so on. It’s important to avoid this downward spiral.
The good news about temporary factors is that they are, well, temporary. Conditions like jet lag, changes in your work schedule, prescription medications, and heavier than normal consumption of caffeine and alcohol can all lead to a short-term inability to get a good night’s sleep. In most instances, when these factors are eliminated, your sleep pattern will return to normal.
The important thing to remember is that there is no need to automatically pop a pill after a sleepless night. Insomnia can result from several factors, each of which may require a different solution. Examine the causes of your insomnia before heading to the drugstore.
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