Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep or difficulty getting enough sleep. Insomnia is not a disease, but a symptom resulting from a problem of the body.
Insomnia can be caused by stimulants such as caffeine or drink. A change of work schedule, physical pain or stress can disrupt sleep.
The body needs five to ten hours of sleep per day, depending on the individual, usually referred to as seven or eight hours of sleep. Daytime sleepiness means that sleep at night is too short and may be less normal sleep at night for people who nap during the day.
Lack of sleep may in the long term, cause anxiety, difficulty concentrating.
Sleeping pills can be effective over a short period. For example, they are taken when physical pain or a stressful event prevents sleep. To take sleeping pills regularly loses it effectiveness, the dose should be increased to achieve the same effect.
To combat insomnia, always go to bed and get up at fixed times. Instead of going to bed earlier, knowing that it will take an hour to fall asleep, it is better to go to bed later when sleepy. Do not eat, phone or watch TV in bed. If sleep does not come after 30 minutes, get up, change room, relax in a chair (soft music, reading) then back to bed.
Even if you had a bad night or you're late to go to bed, get up on time, do not sleep during the day and do all the activities planned. The important thing is not to go to bed before feeling the need and always rise at the same time. A routine will install itself and after a few days, you will easily find sleep.
29 avril 2010
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