Dyssomnia treatments – Part 6
June 3, 2010 by insomniac
Filed under Treatments
Dysosmia’s are basically disorder to your sleep pattern, quality and quantity.
Patients, who suffer this, have major difficulty maintaining sleep as well as initiating it in the first instance. These disorders are defined as assorted consequences which control our nervous system’s ability to relax. This problem therefore blocks the mind’s rest pattern, and often incites anxiety and stress. Thus our sleep is drastically disturbed.
Dyssomnia’s often have an outside influence. Meaning that they are often stress related. Yet a sufferer may merely have problems with their circadian rhythm, (Internal clock.)
There are many reasons for dyssomnia.
The causes may possible be found within this list.
depression
grief
sleep wake pattern disturbances
shift work
worry
stress
excitement either good or bad
nervousness
uncomfortable night attire and bedroom setting
caffeine, alcohol or drug stimulants
aging and rheumatism
excessive daytime sleep
over intellectual stimulation
thyroid problems
new medications
alcoholism or rehabilitation of this
hormone imbalance.
The list is endless, so are the many reasons. So how do they treat this?
Whether this is from a medical or psychiatric disorder with stress playing a major role these are still signs of dyssomnia. Your case history will be studied, as well as your diet and mental state. If you are suffering from a mental disturbance at all, you will be recommended to a therapist or psychiatrist. Appropriate treatment will then follow. This may be in the form of stress counseling and meditation.
Drug treatment shall only be offered when all other avenues fail.
Sleeping pills may be a last resort, yet these ARE a drug which often becomes addictive. Chamomile, rose-hip and honey tea, are all said to assist in aiding one to relax. Many also highly recommend hypnotherapy. Meditation also assists sleeping disorders, as many will attest to.
Insomnia: Rozerem and Other Sleep Aids Explained
You’ve likely seen the popular TV ad campaign for Rozerem… the insomnia guy who keeps late-night company with Abe Lincoln, a beaver, and other colorful characters from his dreams?
Insomnia is such a common problem (one in three adults report having some type of insomnia) that sleep aids such as Rozerem are more popular than ever.
In this article, we’ll look at the different types of insomnia, self help treatments you can try, and Rozerem as a sleep aid for the treatment of insomnia.
What Causes Insomnia
Insomnia happens when your sleep-wake cycle, or your internal clock, is disrupted. It can be caused by many factors: stress, illness, pain, jet lag, sleep apnea, excessive physical or emotional arousal, shift work, a sedentary lifestyle, worrying about sleep, depression, and other factors.
Certain types of drugs can cause or worsen your insomnia:
* Antidepressants
* Antihypertensives
* Antiarrhythmics
* Antibiotics
* Antihistamines
* Antivirals
* Bronchodilators
* Central nervous system stimulants
* Corticosteroids
* Decongestants
* Diuretics
* Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Insomnia is more common in people over age 60 and especially in women over 40. It’s estimated that up to one third of the population suffers from some type of insomnia.
Types of Insomnia
Insomnia presents itself in a variety of different ways… once-in-a-while insomnia, chronic insomnia, insomnia that keeps you from falling asleep, insomnia that wakes you up frequently during the night, insomnia that wakes you up too early, and insomnia that allows you to sleep, but poorly.
There are three main types of insomnia:
1. Transient Insomnia: This is short-term insomnia that typically lasts from a few nights to a few weeks. Transient insomnia may cause next-day sleepiness, mood changes, and performance impairment.
2. Intermittent Insomnia: This is when you have periods of transient insomnia that occur on and off over months or years. It can lead to chronic insomnia.
3. Chronic Insomnia: This is long term insomnia – difficulty sleeping for more than a month. Chronic insomnia is often related to more serious problems like depression, memory impairment, accidents, missed work, and increased visits to the doctor.
Self Help for Insomnia
* Open the bedroom windows if possible. Fresh air may help you sleep.
* Don’t read or watch TV in bed… reserve the bed for sleep so the mind begins to associate lying down with sleeping
* Keep a tight schedule going to bed and waking up at the same time each day.
* Avoid daytime naps so you’re more tired at bedtime.
* Don’t eat heavy meals before going to bed. Avoid caffeine, alcohol and tobacco.
* Exercise, even 15 minutes a day, can help you relax and get a better sleep.
* Warm milk before bed really works because it causes a chemical reaction that increases serotonin in the brain, making you feel relaxed and calm.
If self help doesn’t improve your insomnia, it may be time to discuss sleep aids with your doctor.
