Chronic insomnia (insomnia lasting over four weeks) is experienced by 40 million Americans. This means that on any given night in this country, 40 million people are experiencing the frustration of a poor night’s sleep. While for many of us sleep problems are temporary and are experienced during times of stress, for others, insomnia becomes a way of life.
What Is Insomnia?
- Difficulty falling asleep
- Difficulty staying asleep
- Waking up too early and having difficulty returning to sleep
If you give yourself the right amount of time and the right environment for sleep, but you are still suffering the negative consequences of poor or lack of sleep, then you are dealing with insomnia.
How Insomnia Affects Us
Insomnia can impact both your physical and mental health. Here are just some of the symptoms sufferers report:
- Mental and physical fatigue
- Irritable and depressed mood
- Difficulty with concentration
- Strained interpersonal relationships
Recent research has also linked insomnia to the development of health conditions such as high blood pressure and heart attacks.
So in a nutshell, if you suffer from insomnia you are likely dealing with negative health consequences, and on top of that – straining your friendships and other relationships.
It’s time to take a quick test to see where you stand with your sleep. Answer eight quick questions that can give you a determination of your sleep health. http://www.sleepinsights.com/quiz/quiz0.html?question_number_0=1&x=60&y=24
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