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Sleep Disorders
Learn about common sleep disorders, their symptoms, causes, and treatments. Find expert advice on managing conditions like insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and more for better sleep and health.
Insomnia
Struggling with insomnia? Discover expert tips, proven strategies, and practical advice to improve sleep quality, establish a bedtime routine, and overcome sleepless nights for a healthier, more restful life.
When you're unable to sleep, the natural response is to do whatever you can to immediately fix it. We are conditioned to respond to problems like not sleeping, with action and “doing” something.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder whereby the sufferer has trouble falling asleep, or staying asleep as long as possible. It can be experienced on its own, or as a symptom of other health problems, such as psychological stress, heart failure, heartburn or chronic pain.
Whilst most of us will experience some sleep deprivation and tiredness at some time, insomnia - defined as a regular difficulty with falling or staying asleep - is different. Insomnia not only affects your sleep, it affects your whole life. It’s been estimated to affect up to a third of adults and for some it can prove debilitating.
Other Sleep Conditions
There are several sleep conditions beyond insomnia that can affect the quality and quantity of sleep. Here’s an overview of common sleep disorders:
Snoring is a common occurrence for many people, and but could be an indicator of a significant health issue. Even with no underlying cause, frequent snoring can still cause issues. Anyone that sleeps next to you can be irritated by the sound.
I remember the first time I had sleep paralysis very clearly. I had put myself to bed a few hours earlier as I felt unwell that evening. My body had felt quite warm and achey, so I thought the best thing was to rest up for tomorrow.
After being diagnosed with cataplexy - a condition that often manifests itself in the sudden loss of muscle control due to strong and/or pleasant emotions - Dee-