Sleep disturbances affect nearly everyone at some point. They occur when you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, which leads to daytime tiredness and impaired functioning. Common sleep disturbances include:
- Insomnia - difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Sleep apnea - pauses in breathing during sleep
- Restless leg syndrome - urge to move legs when lying down
- Circadian rhythm disorders - mismatch between sleep timing and circadian clock
What causes sleep disturbances? There are often multiple factors at play:
- Stress, anxiety, depression
- Health conditions like asthma, arthritis, acid reflux, Parkinson's
- Medications
- Sleep environment - too much light, noise, uncomfortable bed
- Behavioral factors like inconsistent sleep routine, napping, substances
Consequences of chronic sleep disturbances are serious and include:
- Fatigue, lack of energy, sleepiness during the day
- Problems with memory, concentration, mood
- Impaired immune system, frequent illnesses
- Increased errors, accidents
- Obesity, diabetes, heart disease
Seeking treatment for sleep disturbances can greatly improve quality of life. Start with practicing good
sleep hygiene like limiting blue light exposure at night, avoiding large meals before bedtime, establishing a relaxing pre-bed routine. Consider consulting a sleep specialist for testing and personalized treatment plans. This may involve cognitive behavioral therapy, sleep aids, or devices like CPAP machines.
At
Renew Hormone Clinic, we take a holistic approach in treating sleep disturbances. Our naturopathic doctors assess hormone levels like melatonin, cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone which often become imbalanced and disrupt sleep-wake cycles. We create fully customized treatment plans involving bioidentical hormone therapy, nutrition plans, stress management techniques, and sleep environment optimization for restful slumber. Contact us today for a consultation!
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