Common Sleep Problems
Sleep problems involve having a hard time falling asleep, staying asleep
or staying awake. The most common sleep problems are listed below.
Insomnia
Insomnia includes any problem with falling asleep, staying asleep or
waking up too early in the morning. Factors that may cause insomnia
include:
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Illness
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Feeling sad
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Stress
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Caffeine
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Alcohol or drugs
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Certain medicines
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Heavy smoking
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Poor sleep habits such as:
Daytime napping
Sleeping in a place with a lot of noise or light
Going to bed early
Spending too much time in bed awake
Make changes to the factors that may be causing your insomnia if
possible. Talk to your doctor if you have a hard time sleeping more than
3 nights a week for a month. Have a regular bedtime routine. Limit
caffeine, alcohol and smoking.
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is when breathing stops at times during sleep. The length of
time that breathing stops can vary from a few seconds to over a minute.
During this time, the body does not get enough oxygen. Sleep apnea can