Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, affecting 40% of adults. Symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, waking frequently during the night, and feeling tired upon waking. Common causes are psychological issues like depression and anxiety, medical conditions and medications, sleep disorders, and an unsupportive sleep environment. Treatment involves developing a regular sleep schedule, relaxing before bed, avoiding screens before sleep, managing stress, and getting exercise during the day.

1. Insomnia
Symptoms, Causes,
Cures & Treatments

2. .Insomnia is the most prevalent sleep
disorder.
.40% adults suffer from this.
.10-15% adults suffer from chronic
insomnia and an additional 25-35% have
occasional or transient insomnia.

3. Symptoms of insomnia
.Difficulty falling asleep despite being tired
.Waking up frequently during the night
.Trouble getting back to sleep when awakened
Exhausting sleep
Part 1

4. .Relying on sleeping pills or alcohol to fall asleep
.Waking up too early in the morning
.Daytime drowsiness, fatigue, or irritability
.Difficulty concentrating during the day
Part 2

5. Common causes of
insomnia
• Psychological problems like
depression, anxiety, chronic
stress, bipolar disorder, post-
traumatic stress disorder may be
causing insomnia
• Medications might be affecting
the sleep
• Health problems may be
interfering with sleep
Part 1

6. Common causes of
insomnia
• Sleep disorders like sleep
apnea, narcolepsy, restless
legs syndrome can be causing
insomnia:
• Sleep environment may not be
quiet and comfortable
Part 2

8. 1. Stop watching the clock
2. Try relaxing your body to fall asleep
3. Find an uninteresting activities it will
make you drowsy.
4. Keep a regular sleep schedule
• Naturally regulate your sleep-wake cycle.
• Increase light exposure during the day
5.Boost melatonin production at night
6. Eat right and get regular exercise

9. Get anxiety and stress in
check by practising
relaxation techniques and
Traditional Chinese Medicine
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