Better Sleep Means a Better Life

Do you go to bed only to spend hours tossing and turning, the victim of insomnia, just praying for a night of natural, restful sleep? 

Then you are not alone.

Literally millions of Americans suffer from insomnia.

Some of these problems may be physical and some may be due to the stress and strain of every day living. 

Insomnia is characterized by an inability to sleep and/or inability to remain asleep for a reasonable period. Insomniacs typically complain of being unable to close their eyes or "rest their mind" for more than a few minutes at a time. Both organic and non-organic insomnia constitute a sleep disorder.[1][2] Insomnia can be caused by:

• Psychoactive drugs or stimulants, including certain medication, herbs, caffeine, cocaine, ephedrine, amphetamines, methylphenidate, MDMA, methamphetamine and modafinil 
• Hormone shifts such as those that preceed menstruation and those during menopause 
• Psychological problems like fear, stress, anxiety, emotional or mental tension, work problems, financial stress, unsatisfactory sex life
  Mental Disorders such as clinical depression, bipolar disorder, general anxiety disorder, sleep disorders 
• Disturbances of the circadian rhythm such as shift work and jet lag 
• Certain neurological disorders, brain lesions, or a history of Traumatic brain injury
  Medical conditions such as Hyperthyroidism and Wilson's Syndrome
  Abuse of over-the counter sleep aids as well as prescribed insomnia medications can produce Rebound insomnia 

Insomnia also sometimes occurs for no apparent reason.

Insomnia and modern life

Our fast-paced world takes a toll on one of the most vital parts of our life -- sleep.  In 2002, the National Sleep Foundation did a poll, which showed that 74% of American adults experience insomnia a few nights a week or more.  The poll also found 39% of Americans get less than seven hours of sleep each week night, and more than one in three (37%) are so sleepy during the day that it interferes with their activities.

Here's a short, true-false test that could help you better understand where you stand on sleeping.

1.  Five hours of sleep a night is good enough.

2.  It's okay to skimp on sleep during the workweek so long as you make up the time on the weekend.

3.  The effects of sleep-deprivation are short-term.

4.  You can drink caffeine early in the evening and it will not affect your sleep.

5.  It's okay to keep a TV or computer in your bedroom. 

6.  Your weight has nothing to do with the amount of sleep you get.

Did you answer yes to two or more of these questions?  Then you need to make some changes if you want to enjoy natural, restful sleep and stay in good health.

How do you know if you're getting enough natural restful sleep?

Most sleep experts say you should get between seven and nine hours of sleep each night.  However, this does not hold true for everyone.  Some people require only about six hours of sleep a night while others who are very active or ill may require more than this.

You probably already know if you’re sleep deprived.  If you are not sure, just look in the mirror.  If you see dark circles under your eyes and a sleepy look, if you have unpredictable moods, experience drowsiness during the day, have a problem concentrating, recover slowly from injury and get sick often, you are clearly not getting enough sleep.

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