Insomnia: The Cure Starts With Observing Yourself

Could our sleep patterns change by observing our sleep habits? Part of taking control of your insomnia is done by observing your behavior and sleep pattern. It is so important to write down what is happening with your sleep in order to change wrong behaviors.

You might feel like you can remember how many times you got up in the night, how long you stayed in bed or what time you went to bed but from my experience it won't be accurate. Keeping track of your sleep habits on paper is crucial during your road to recovery.

This sleep journal will allow you to see yourself from a birds eye view. It's almost like reading a story about someone else. Maybe that's why it seems easier to help other people with their problems than it is our own---when you're standing on the outside you can see the whole picture.

In addition to writing down how many times you woke up in the night, keep track of how long you stayed in your bed. If you wake up in the night you shouldn't stay in your bed for more than 20 minutes. It's important to get yourself up and go to another room until you feel tired.

If you have insomnia, your mind most likely has an association with being awake in your bed. It's time to break that habit.What if by observing our sleep...our sleep patterns would change? There is so much we don't know about the human brain. Our brain as well as the energy around us is so complex I think anything is possible.

Say Goodbye To Insomnia: Sleep Without Drugs

Why can some people sleep like the dead and yet others are stuck counting a herd of sheep. For many insomnia sufferers the cause can come from medical problems such as chronic pain, asthma or other respiratory illnesses. Depression alone can cause insomnia and visa versa...sleep deprivation can actually cause depression, so it then becomes a vicious cycle.

Some drugs used to treat cardiovascular disease, arthritis and cancer have a side effect of sleeplessness. Lastly but not least there is sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome which can cause someone to fall into the black hole of insomnia. As for primary insomnia it seems to have people stumped. It tends to occur in people that have a hyper-aroused nervous system that makes it hard to either drift off to sleep or get back to sleep.

It also is more likely in women and people over the age of 55.
After many years of researching primary insomnia there seems to be one treatment that has soared above the rest. It's called cognitive-behavioral therapy or CBT-I. CBT-I is a form of temporary psychotherapy that helps people correct mistaken beliefs about sleep and change poor sleep habits.

Jack Edinger, Ph.D., a psychologist at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Durham, N.C. has conducted many studies comparing CBT-1 to other insomnia treatments. While sleep hygiene and relaxation techniques have helped people fall asleep it didn't help them stay them asleep. "Patients keep getting better and better with this treatment," says Michael Perlis Ph.D., Director of the university of Rochester Sleep and Neurophysiology Research Laboratory. Perlis continues to say "CBT-I has actually changed tender sleepers into robust sleepers."

The study showed that just two to four sessions of CBT-I have shown large improvements in patients sleep maintenance with even better results at a six-month follow up. Perlis continued by saying "of all the problems that continue with age, this is one of the most fixable."

You need to have self discipline when starting this therapy but when your sleep returns to you "in all it's glory"--- it makes it all worth it. It's hard for some sufferers to grasp that they might actually have to get a little less sleep in the beginning stages of this treatment. The thought of no naps and no reading in bed can be hard to adjust to.

But once they stick to the rules their sleep starts to improve dramatically. Over a short amount of time there are more good sleep nights than poor nights and the trust starts to build. People start to rebuild their confidence in their ability to sleep well and anxiety starts to disappear.

Susan Roberts a school psychologist in Washington, DC states "if you can sleep for only six hours but you're in bed for eight, that's a sleep efficiency of 75 percent. To increase this number to 90 percent or more, the therapist will cut back the time you're in bed, so if you usually go to bed at 10:00 you're now go to bed at 12:00."
This is the most important rule DON'T BE IN BED AWAKE. Rachel Norwood MD a psychiatrist at the national Jewish Medical and research Center in Denver says "you want the feel, the smell, and sight of the bed to become cues telling your brain it's time to go to sleep". Expect the more time you're in bed awake to make your sleep worse.

With the CBT-I treatment if the patient wakes up they should not lay in bed for more than 20 minutes. The patient is instructed to leave the bed and go to another room to read--- when they feel tired they can go back to bed. They repeat this ritual until they fall asleep. I have found that this practice is imperative to getting back on the right track. This treatment is all based on sleep wake cycles and getting the mind to associate your bed with sleeping.

At the start, getting up out of bed in the morning when you've only gotten 4 or 5 hours sleep can be brutal. But you will see that after about a week or even just a few days that your sleep will be deep and with less awakenings. I couldn't believe I was actually getting 7 hours of sleep. I continue to be amazed with the results from this treatment not to mention my morning order of venti lattes can now be downsized to a 'grande' and life looks a whole lot brighter.

Exercising Your Way to Insomnia Relief

Insomnia is a very common sleeping disorder that makes it difficult for a person to fall and stay asleep. Insomniacs always whine about not being able to rest their minds nor close their eyes for a long time. If you are faced with this sleeping disorder and you find it hard to meet the amount of sleep that is required, consult your physician or a sleep therapist. He may present you with common cures or practices to achieve insomnia relief. But before choosing what procedures to apply to have insomnia relief, you have to know a little more about this disorder and the insomnia relief measures.

Insomnia is known to be sleeplessness and is caused by different things. However, no one really knows the exact reason for insomnia, although it is still very possible that you realize the reason that causes you to be awake during sleeping hours. As soon as you know this reason, you may successfully you're your own insomnia relief.

There are many types of insomnia relief. Most doctors advise patients with synthetic medications. Some prescribe herbal remedies. There are also some sleep aids available in the market. These may work effectively in some mild episodes of insomnia. Yoga and meditation and some forms of exercises can also be considered as insomnia relief, which can efficiently treat insomniacs. These practices are guaranteed by many experts. But whatever insomnia relief you come across, you have to choose something that is convenient for you but is effective in curing your problem. You may choose to be treated with a single insomnia relief measure or a combination.

Naturalists want to introduce herbal drugs into the market to cure insomnia and there are many insomnia relief medications that have a unique all-natural herbs and ingredients combined. And these natural ingredients are proven to assist in promoting sleep and rest.

Not getting adequate amounts of sleep can make a person miserably unhealthy. For a long time insomniac, no sleep may go on for days. Sometimes, insomnia can even be fatal. That's why it is always advised that a person who is afflicted with insomnia should see a doctor or sleep therapist right away.

Prescription drugs are generally effective measures for insomnia relief, although these may sometimes cause some serious side effects. These should not be considered as a cure for this sleeping disorder. There are most commonly advised drugs that can be very addictive. Patients may easily become dependent on these medications that they may not be able to sleep at all without taking them.

The best cure for insomnia so far is regular exercise. If an insomniac increases his physical activities, he may be able to boost not only his energy, but his sleep as well. Once you get more serious in working out or engaging in sports, you may find yourself sleeping like a baby in the night. You don't have to be too active or have a vigorous workout routine. Just a few minutes of your time is needed for a better sleep.

Stop Insomia Now

On May 25, 2007, Tony Wright made headlines by staying awake for 11 days and nights - beating the previous Guinness World Record. However, the authors of the Guinness Book of Records have since removed this title because of the associated health risks of insomnia.

Indeed, a growing body of research indicates that America's sleep problems have reached epidemic proportions and may be the country's No. 1 health problem. From the looks of it, Wright probably belongs to the 47 million Americans who are chronically sleep deprived.

Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to sleep. You toss and turn and your mind is endlessly racing as the events of the day constantly fill your head. Worse, background noises keep you wide awake at night.

Insomnia can be a symptom of several physical disorders, although for most of us it's the result of tension, stress and anxiety. The more anxious we get about our insomnia, the worse it gets. Fortunately, the treatment of insomnia can be simple. Often, it's just a matter of finding out what's keeping you awake. This will help you deal with the problem directly. By making a few changes in your sleeping habits, you can beat insomnia. But if your doctor calls you a "healthy" insomniac, then it's time for more action. Here's what to do courtesy of Dromias, the safe and natural way to a good night's sleep:

Avoid or limit your use of caffeine ( e.g. coffee, tea, sodas, chocolate, etc.), decongestants, alcohol and tobacco. Exercise more often, but don't do it a few hours before going to bed. Learn to reduce or manage stress in your life. Don't lie in bed worrying about things. Set aside another time just for worrying. For example, spend 30 minutes after dinner writing down what's worrying you and what you can do about it. Eat a light snack before going to bed. Don't eat too much before bedtime. A glass of warm milk or some cheese and crackers may be all you need. Don't nap during the day if it makes your insomnia worse. Sleeping pills like Dromias taken once a night can help you visit dreamland fast. Dromias contains a proprietary blend of natural ingredients such as valerian, passionflower and lemon balm that scientific research shows can help fight sleep disorders, restlessness and anxiety, relax your muscles, and improve sleep quality.

Unlike early products, today's sleeping pills don't carry the risks of dependence and lethal overdoses. Dromias in particular is not habit-forming. Nor is it a prescription drug so you can use it with confidence. This remarkable product is a non-synthetic, non-hormonal supplement that you can take anytime and can even be mailed directly to your home or office.

Some sleep experts believe that keeping a bottle of sleeping pills in the medicine cabinet can be helpful for chronic insomniacs because the knowledge that a pill is available provides a sense of security and minimizes the fear of insomnia. If so, be sure to keep a pack of Dromias handy since you'll never know when you need it.

Herbs for Insomnia

This could easily be a continuation of my recent article "Insomnia a Herbal Remedy" However as the title this time is Herbs for Insomnia I'll try and list as many as I know. Please as always if you have a medical problem consult a health care profesional before attempting self medication. Any drug can be both good and er well bad.

Herbs for Insomnia.

PASSION FLOWER eases anxiety-induced insomnia. Calming and can ease muscle spasms that can be very painful and keep you awake.

PEPPERMINT Used as a tea it may ease digestion a common cause of insomnia

RED CLOVER Used for years as a tonic. Very relaxing inducing sleep

ST. JOHN'S WORT Good for mild depression and anxiety. It improves the quality of sleep

SIBERIAN GINSENG Gives you a lift. Good for the treatment of depression, lethargy and chronic fatigue syndrome makes this an excellent herb for insomnia

SPEARMINT Spearmint is a great aid to digestion, and relieves gas. It has a calming effect on the entire body. A few drops on your pillow can be very soothing.

THYME Another common cooking herb, thyme is also excellent for treating nervous disorders and also respiratory problems. Try it as a tea or put a bit into your pillow.

VALERIAN This is probably the best known herbal remedy for sleeplessness. It eases both nervous tension and muscle tension. It's great for combating stress and relieving insomnia. Valerian tea is a natural sedative. High doses could cause paralysis and a weakened heartbeat, but used as the package suggests, and it is a very beneficial aid to sleep. It is known as the valium of the nineteenth century.

WOOD BETONY Because of its calming effect on the nervous system, Wood Betony is good for anyone suffering from Parkinson's disease. It's also great for calming anyone's nerves and promoting sleep. Use it as a substitute for black tea. The taste is very similar, but it contains no caffeine.

CATNIP Yes, this is the herb you're cats love, the one that makes them go a bit crazy. But don't worry. For humans, catnip is relaxing and great for the digestion. It's often used in insomnia formulas and as a sleep promoting tea.. It can even be smoked to promote relaxation, but smoking it can cause severe headaches.

FLEECE FLOWER ROOT Treatment for deficient blood syndrome

GOTU KOLA Has a calming effect and also improves the circulation

HOELEN Another herb from the Orient. Hoelen is used in many Chinese Herbal Remedies for different maladies. It's noted for it's calming, soothing effect.

HOPS Hops, as a tea, is relaxing and calming. It's also relieves pain and aids digestion. It's not advised to take this herb, however, if you are depressed, as it is somewhat of a depressant.

JASMINE Best known as an aromatic oil. Put a few drops into the bath to help you relax. Used as a tea, it's a mild nerve sedative.

JUJUBE (DA T'SAO) Relieves nervous tension and apprehension

KAVA KAVA This member of the black pepper family helps give you a night of restful sleep. It's very relaxing. Long-term use isn't advised, however, as it can cause liver damage.

LAVENDER This is another herb known better as an aromatic oil. Use it in your nightly bath. Just a few drops will help to relax you and you'll sleep better. Taken in a tea, it helps to relieve anxiety.

LEMON BALM A tea made from lemon balm is great for the digestion and it relieves nervous tension. Try a cup at bedtime if you suffer from insomnia.

MARSHMALLOW ROOT This herb has nothing to do with the sugary blobs you roast over a campfire. It's a calming herb. Strong dosage might interfere with some of the drugs your doctor ordered from the pharmacy, so be sure you take them a few hours apart.

OAT FIBER Soothing to the digestion and to the nervous system

PASSION FLOWER Eases anxiety-induced insomnia

SAGE Eases depression and is good for the nerves

YOHIMBE is a popular herb originally from South Africa and known worldwide as an excellent aphrodisiac and sleep enhancer

MACA Increases libido, Deeper sleep,Helps adapt to stress,Slows the aging process,Lessens aches and pain.

CORDYCEPS MUSHROOM especially helpful for treating chronic coughs, asthma, and other bronchial conditions

REISHI MUSHROOM Recent studies have indicated that Reishi can have a number of effects: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral through inducing interferon production, lowers blood pressure, lowers cholesterol, expectorant & antitussive, liver protecting and detoxifying, antibacterial, and anti-HIV activity.

Insomnia: Dangers & Treatment of Sleep Deprivation

Do you suffer from sleep deprivation? You know by now how you feel without a good night sleep: tiredness, irritability and a loss of concentration are high on the side effects list for insomnia. Therefore, it is very important that you find your cause of insomnia and an insomnia cure as soon as possible.

Sleep deprivation and sleep apnea affects our nervous systems by leaving us drowsy and unable to concentrate. Even losing sleep a few nights a week can significantly impair your ability to function and decrease the quality of your life. Not getting enough sleep also leads to poor memory. If sleep deprivation continues, hallucinations and mood swings will develop. In the same vein, sleeping problems are common in both mental and physical disorders including schizophrenia and depression, stroke, cancer, and head injuries.

Insomnia treatment and cure: For getting a proper sleep at night, do the following:

Sleep only when sleepy. This reduces the time you are awake in bed.

If you can not fall asleep within 25 minutes, just get up and do something boring until you feel sleepy. Sit quietly in the dark listen to some nice relaxing music. Do not expose yourself to bright light while you are up.

Do not take naps. This will make you tired at bedtime. If you just cannot make it through the day without a power nap, sleep less than one hour, before 4 pm.

Go to bed and get up the same time every day. When your sleep cycle has a regular rhythm, you will feel much better.

Refrain from exercise at least four hours before bedtime. Regular exercise is recommended to help you sleep well, but the timing of the workout is important. Exercising in the morning or early afternoon will not interfere with your sleep.

Develop sleep rituals. Listen to relaxing cds, read something soothing for twenty minutes, have a cup of warm milk, and do relaxation exercises.

Avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol at least four hours before bed. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants that interfere with your ability to fall asleep. Alcohol may seem to help you sleep in the beginning as it slows brain activity, but you will end up having a restless night.

Have a light snack before you go to bed. If your tummy is too empty, that can interfere with sleep. However, if you eat a big meal before bedtime, that can interfere as well.

Take a hot bath ninety minutes before bedtime. This will relax your body and will help you fall asleep.

Make sure your bedroom and bed are quiet and comfortable.

Getting a good night's sleep is as important as having a proper healthy diet and exercising to keep a healthy body. A good nights' sleep makes your skin look fresh and it also helps make your brain more alert. Though in a busy lifestyle we always try to sacrifice sleep for work but it is very important that you set aside enough hours for some good old-fashioned beauty sleep. The average person needs eight hours of sleep, while infants need sixteen hours of sleep, and teenagers need about nine hours.

Scientists believe that sleep maintains and repairs our bodies and minds. Every night we cycle through three stages of sleep ranging from light sleep to deep sleep, and finally, to rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. A complete sleep cycle takes ninety to one hundred minutes on average. While we sleep our brains are using important neuronal connections that might otherwise get worse from lack of activity. During deep sleep, brain activity that control emotions, decision-making processes, and social interaction stops, allowing us to maintain optimal emotional and social functioning when we are awake. Cell repair and cell growth takes place to combat the affects of stress and UV rays in this stage as well. Hence, deep sleep is really beauty sleep.

Sleep also strengthens our immune system and helps our bodies fight infection. This is because our immune system releases a sleep inducing chemical while fighting a flu or an infection. Sleep helps the body conserve energy and other resources that the immune system requires to mount an effective attack. Start your insomnia treatment as soon as possible to prevent sleep deprivation.

Your Insomnia May Be Caused By Your Eating Habits

Not being able to fall asleep is a problem that has plagued almost everyone at some point in their lives. You toss and turn while you watch the clock slowly tick the minutes away. Just as you feel the tug of sleep, you hear the sound of the alarm clock and you have to get up and face your day without any rest. There are many contributing factors to the problem of insomnia.

One of those factors might be what you are eating during the day. Your breakfast, lunch or dinner could be the culprit behind that insomnia. Our bodies absorb certain foods and those foods could be working against your desire to sleep. Changing our diets is one of the healthiest ways to fix a sleeping problem.

Choosing foods that enhance the body's ability to relax and fall asleep is the most natural cure you can find. There are foods that naturally work with the body's chemistry to promote sleep. If you find yourself struggling to get a full night's rest it might be worth considering adjusting your diet to incorporate some of the foods listed below.

Fruits - one fruit that seems to have a stronger effect on treating insomnia is lemons. · Breads - any type of bread including muffins and bagels seem to be effective, but whole grain breads are preferable over other types. · Milk - a glass of warm milk has been said to help a person fall asleep and that is true, there is a chemical found in milk that actually promotes sleep.

Everyone's body chemistry is different. Therefore each individual person has to do their own research into what foods work for them. If having a bowl of strawberries before bed makes you sleepy, than you need to consider that strawberries might be a trigger for you. If however, you have an apple and two hours later you are tossing and turning in bed, the natural sugar in the apple might be the reason you are suffering from insomnia.

A good way to keep track of what foods you are eating and how they impact your sleep pattern is to keep a journal. The premise is simple - you just write down each thing that you eat during the day and the time that you ate it. Then each night you mark down what time you go to bed and after waking jot down a quick note or two on how you slept and how long you slept.

Before long you will probably notice a pattern developing - your body will react to certain foods and after consuming them, you may experience insomnia. At the same time you will see clear patterns developing that tell you what foods are helping you to sleep better. With this knowledge you'll be able to carefully plan your meals and snacks while taking into consideration what foods you need to avoid and which you should include in your diet so that you get a full and restful night's sleep.

8 Simple Remedies To Beat Insomnia

Insomnia affects millions around the world. Sleep is fundamental to every human being for a healthy way of life. Without regular sleep, people are not able to function properly. Some may only need a few hours of sleep a night, but most generally need a minimum of eight hours to function properly during the day, without which their health, life, work and relationships suffer. There are many ways to combat insomnia:

* What you eat during the day for breakfast, lunch or dinner could be the cause of insomnia. Change your diet to include food that helps the body relax and fall asleep, such as lemons, whole grain breads, and milk. Milk, in particular, once heated is quite effective, as it releases a chemical called tryptophan that relaxes the body and helps you sleep.

* Drinking herbal tea before bed is also said to have a soothing effect on the body.

* Try waking up earlier in the morning in order to force your body's internal clock to adjust. With this shortened sleep schedule, you will tire earlier at night so that you are ready to hit the sack by your regular bedtime.

* Taking afternoon naps may disrupt your sleep at night so it is a good idea to cut out the nap and instead exercise or do some other activities.

* Certain exercises help you to sleep better at night. Non-strenuous exercises such yoga help, and so do walking and swimming as long as you do them in a non-vigorous, relaxing and leisurely manner. It is also better to do these exercises early on in the day and not after late afternoon. On the other hand, strenuous exercises that energize and gets the adrenaline pumping makes it very hard for you to get a good night's rest.

* Television may adversely affect your sleep especially when you watch something thrilling or scary. These types of shows tend to get the body all pumped up with adrenaline, making it difficult to calm down and go to sleep. Instead of watching TV before bedtime, you could instead try unwinding by reading a book, listening to soft music, or playing a card game.

* Taking a warm bath helps to relax your muscles and body, and helps you get a good night's rest.

* Certain soothing sounds seem to enhance the desire to sleep, in particular, the sound of nature such as the sound of water flowing in a river, or of birds chirping. Soothing music also seems to help, especially relaxing and repetitive music. Making these positive changes in your daily habits is a step in the right direction towards beating insomnia. With these simple but effective remedies, you will once again get the rest you need for a healthy body and mind.

Insomnia or Sleep Deprivation

Insomnia is mainly associated with people who cannot sleep at all, however there are many types of Insomnia which prevent people from sleeping. Types of insomnia include; inability to sleep through the night, difficulty in falling asleep,waking early in the morning & being unable to sleep again & more commonly lack of quality sleep.

On average adults require between 7-8 hours of sleep per night, however this figure can vary from person to person. As people get older they may tend to require less sleep at night but then nap during the day. Young babies spend most of their day asleep whilst school age children require about 10 hours sleep per night.


Insomnia has many symtoms including: Lying awake a long time before falling asleep. Waking up several times during the night. Awaking early in the morning and then not being able to fall asleep again. Feeling tired & un-revitalised. Feeling irritable during the day. Inability to concentrate or function correctly during the day.

Insomnia may result from many factors including: Drug Use - Withdrawal from certain drugs can lead to insomnia, such as hypnotics -prescribed for short term insomnia, alcohol, antidepressants, diet pills, beta blockers & corticosteroids. Psychiatric Problems - Stress, depression, dementia or anxiety can lead to insomnia.

Physological Problems - Your environment may cause insomnia, noise, light, jet lag, snoring or movement by a partner & physical activity before bedtime ( sports or reading ). Physical Problems - Insomnia may be caused by physical conditions such as; headache, arthritis, hot flushes & parkinson disease. In treating insomnia drugs should only be used as a last resort as they have side effects & can be addictive.

The first cause of action in treating insomnia should be to eliminate any underlying causes. Steps you can take to eliminate these causes are: Restricting your intake of caffeine, alcohol & Nicotine. Taking regular exercise during the day. Keeping a good sleep environment - quiet & not too light. Educating yourself about sleep & relaxation.

Counselling - Talking to a professional may help you to get to the underlying causes of your insomnia. Preventative action you can take to stop insomnia occouring include: Do not eat a big meal before going to bed. If noise is a problem wear ear plugs. If you cannot sleep, get up and occupy yourself for a short time & then try again. Try not to nap during the day. Keep to a routine before bedtime so that you create a mindset for sleep.

How Serious Is Long Term Insomnia?

Long term insomnia is a serious sleep disorder that affects millions of people in the United States. Persistent insomnia, which is sometimes called chronic insomnia, is characterized by the inability to sleep that often persists for several nights. This type of sleep disorder can even last for up to months depending on the gravity of the problem.

Long term insomnia is often caused by a number of factors although most experts hold worrying as the culprit responsible. However not all experts believe that psychological factors are the root of persistent insomnia. In some cases, persistent insomnia can even be a result of some type of physical problem.

Certain physiological factors have been found to cause persistent insomnia in some patients that participated in a study conducted by the Association of Sleep Disorders in the United States. An individual with physical disorders such as abnormal muscle activity or breathing problems often experience sleep disorders that can be as serious as persistent insomnia.

Long term insomnia can also be attributed to two well-known psychological factors namely depression and stress. Research has also shown that more women are at risk of experiencing persistent insomnia due to biological factors such as menopause. Other factors that can cause persistent insomnia can also be caused by an unhealthy lifestyle with too much caffeine, nicotine or alcohol as well as late night snacks.

Dependence on prescription drugs such as anti-depressants can also lead to sleep disorders. Several environmental factors can also lead to persistent insomnia like excessive light or noise, working the night shift, and jet lag. Sleeping on an uncomfortable bed can also lead to persistent insomnia.

Easy Techniques to Ease Long Term Insomnia Despite being a serious sleep disorder, people suffering from persistent insomnia need not worry, as there are natural remedies that can be employed to help ease the problem. The most logical solution would be to refrain from takings naps during the day. Too much sleep during the day will make it harder to sleep at night.


Yoga is a great exercise that can help a patient suffering persistent insomnia loosen up and focus. Yoga is a unique form of relaxation technique that can teach a person to meditate and visualize away their worries. Reducing stress will help decrease stress hormones. Other than yoga, insomniacs can also engage in physically energizing workouts to raise adrenaline levels and increase the body's core temperature.


Exercise such as this is best done in the afternoon or even in the early evening as the hormone levels go down five to six hours after exercise can help promote deep sleep. Avoid exercising right before bedtime, as the body will be too stimulated to fall asleep. Pass up a heavy meal at least four hours before hitting the sheets.


Going to bed on a full stomach will make it harder to sleep, as the tummy feels bloated; however drinking a glass of warm milk before bedtime can help promote sleep as it contains tryptophan. Aside from milk, other protein-rich foods like nuts, tuna, dates, and even potatoes can help promote sleep. These foods contain tryptophan, which is a chemical that sends a message to the brain that initiates the release of the hormone serotonin to help a person relax.


Alternative remedies such, as acupuncture may be a solution to persistent insomnia. This ancient Chinese remedy is known to be quite effective in treating a variety of sicknesses and is a dependable alternative to taking prescription drugs that at times can be addictive. Vitamin and mineral supplements can also be taken to treat persistent insomnia. These may include calcium, zinc, and magnesium. Other types of supplements that can be taken to pacify the nervous system would be vitamins B3, B6, and C.

The overall ambience of the bedroom can cause a person to lose sleep. In some cases, loud wall colors or uncomfortable beddings, curtains or carpets with frenzied patterns can keep a person awake all night. It helps to have bedroom walls painted in soft pastel colors that are calming to look at. Severe chronic insomnia will require professional assistance and a lot of patience on the part of the patient. It is also a good idea to start a sleep diary wherein the patient can write down their observations in order to identify any pattern that could have led to the sleeping disorder.

Cure Insomnia With Natural Soporific Agents

Sleeping for eight hours each night is only part of getting a good night's sleep. Just as important is the type of sleep you get. Getting sufficient qualities of dream sleep and sleep are vital if we are to wake up refreshed in the morning.

Sleep disrupters are a class of disorders that prevent us from achieving this vital dream and deep sleep. Often the person with a sleep-disrupting condition will sleep eight hours a night or more. But they still wake up tired and often experience sleepiness throughout the day.

Sleep disrupters also cause other problems. Researchers have recently discovered that lack of sleep, particularly lack of dream sleep, can impair the ability to lay down new memory. It is not surprising that people suffering from sleep disrupting disorders often complain of difficulty in remembering things.

The primary symptom of sleep disrupter is excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue. Difficulty in falling asleep and staying asleep may also occur. Sleep disrupters act in a variety of ways, in different parts of the body.

Alcohol is a sedative hypnotic, just like prescription sleeping pills. It is medication that can sleep. If too much is consumed, it can cause coma and even death. Alcohol's effect on sleep changes with increasing consumption. Over time the chronic alcohol abuser will totally disrupt their sleep wake cycle and may never be able to sleep normally again. Hopefully, an alcohol abuser will realize this serious complication and stop drinking.

Caffeine stimulates the central nervous system. As all of us "coffee achievers" know, caffeine can wake up in the morning and keep us alert during the day. One of the most interesting aspects of caffeine is the body's changing ability to metabolize it as we age. Many individuals are able to tolerate large amount of caffeine when we are young. But as we age, our ability to metabolize caffeine slows and it's wise to limit consumption too early in the day. Senior citizens should even consider eliminating caffeine altogether.

My own favorite recipe for the ideal bedtime snack consists of half or quarter sandwich of turkey, cheese, and lettuce on white bread, with a little cranberry sauce. Wild lettuce is a natural soporific, but you can use any common lettuce and still have a great sleep-promoting snack. The cranberry sauce in addition to tasting great and adds extra carbohydrates to help transport the tryptophan into the brain.

3 Surefire Ways to Cure Insomnia While Sleeping Less!

Seems like you never get enough rest even after sleeping long hours? You would know part of the reasons for this fatigue, as you suffer from insomnia. But the other part on waking up tired even after a good long sleep eludes you.

A good example of how insomnia wreck havoc in a person live can be found my friend, Darren. Suffering from insomnia, he finds it very difficult to concentrate and stay awake during the day. This leads to a couple of failed relationship and lost opportunities for promotion, because his tiredness is seen as insincerity and no interest.

Highlighted above shows the mild effects of insomnia, the tragic ones with many lives lost would be traffic accidents where the drivers doze off.

Okay, now we succeeded in making you sit up and realized that sleep disorder can disrupt your life, here's 3 surefire ways to sleep once your head touches the pillow: -

Following a routine:

Following a routine would assist us to sleep better because of our sleep cycle. 1 sleep-cycle contains 4 stages of sleep with the last stage being the REM rapid eye movement sleep, which is the easiest to wake up.

Getting up before or after REM sleep would make you very drowsy and not rested. The former happens because you have not completed 1 cycle, the latter because of the halting of a new cycle. Therefore, from this experiment with your waking time, you would know what time you are the most alert and that would be the end of your REM.

And by the way, to get good sleep, you would need at least 1 cycle, which range between 5-6 hours depending on individuals. So, to get quality sleep and to feel energetic for the entire day, you do not need more sleep but waking at the right time (6 hours versus the recommended 8 hours).

Sleeping Environment:

Now, not all of us would enjoy the 'correct' sleep cycle. If you suffer from insomnia, chances are, you might have a disrupted cycle. So, we need to 'persuade' your sleep-cycle on when is the right time to sleep and wake.

To do that we need to lowered our body temperature. Low temperature makes one drowsy while high temperature makes one alert.

Creating an environment would give the body the low temperature (drowsy), sleep experts say that the ideal room temperature is 65 to 70 degrees F. This would give your body the low temperature to fall asleep.

To make sleep even more effective, we should encourage the production of a chemical known as melatonin, which induces sleep.

A darkened room (darkness) would release melatonin. These two prong approach would slowly conditioned your body to feel drowsy for you to begin your sleep-cycle

Exercise:

To even better your sleep-cycle, you need to exercise, and preferably in the daytime under the sun. Exercising under the sun contributes to raising your body temperature.

As a rule of thumb, if you maintain a high body temperature through the day, as night approaches, your body temperature would drop and you would fall asleep easily (that's assuming that you want to sleep at night).

Go ahead and learn more about sleep disorder and quality sleep. Without reading this article, would you have known that sleeping more does not mean better rest or feeling more energetic? So, to effectively cure your insomnia and get more quality sleep, try to see insomnia as your enemy, something you need to know more in order to defeat it."Know thy enemy and know thyself, and you can win every battles"

Top 10 Drug-free Ways To Say Good Night To Insomnia

“Treating Insomnia: Is having sweet dreams just a dream?”

A person who is suffering from sleepless nights, someone who frequently wakes up at night and rises up early in the morning even though that person does not have enough sleep is having a sleeping disorder known as insomnia.

Insomnia is a condition in which a person is not getting enough sleep. This person when awakened at night has a hard time sleeping again. Insomnia can happen every night, from time to time or in a period of time.

Here are the some suggestions wherein insomnia can be treated:

1.Follow a positive routine.

If an insomniac has an erratic eating routine, this should be changed to a fixed routine dedicated to directly fight insomnia. The person should eat early dinner so as to condition the body to sleep early.

2.Do not drink coffee.

As much as possible, a person with insomnia should avoid drinking coffee, sodas, chocolate, cocoa, green tea, black tea or anything that has caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant that triggers sleeplessness. It can make someone awake for as long as 20 hours. For some, even drinking a cup of coffee in the morning causes them sleeplessness at night.

3.Exercise at night.

Insomnia is often caused by too much stress. Doing exercise at night makes blood to circulate in our brain and body. This in turn makes us calm and stress free.

4.The bedroom should be conducive to sleep.

Loud noise coming from cars in the street, upbeat music set at very high volume, bright lights and uncomfortable bed should be avoided.

5.Read not watch.

Read books, magazines or anything that interests an insomniac instead of watching television. Television enhances attention, which makes a person awake. Reading on the other hand while in bed causes the eye to get tired and creates a sleepy feeling.

6.Relax

Try ways that causes our body to relax. Meditation technique like yoga can initiate a calm state of mind and body. Listening to soft and classical music can also help. There are fragrant oils, incense, and candles that are made specifically to aid in relaxation. Consult a shop that sells these on type of scents that can induce sleep.

7.The root solution for insomnia.

There are root extracts that can engender a sleepy state. 300 to 600 mg of concentrated extract should be taken 30 minutes prior to going to bed. This root extract can be mixed with calming herbs like chamomile, passionflower and balm made from lemon.

8.Take melatonin with caution

Melatonin can help in adjusting one’s sleeping pattern. 0.5 to 3.0 mg an hour or two before going to bed may help. Melatonin though should only be taken with the approval of a physician. The human body has different reactions to melatonin.

As people grow older, the melatonin level of the body decreases. This explains why older people usually have a hard time sleeping and sleep less compared to children and younger people.

9.Magnesium

Conditions such as, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and period limb movements (PLM), while sleeping can cause insomnia. Taking 300 mg of magnesium at night from four to six weeks can solve insomnia. Again this should be done with doctor’s consent.

10.Acupuncture

Acupuncture, which is a Chinese healing method, could help to heal insomnia. These needles put into the skin strike nerve transmitters that produce sleep-inducing hormones like serotonin.

Altering a person’s diet is effective in preventing and healing insomnia. Doctors suggest eating food that is high in carbohydrate prior to sleep. Examples of these are bread and crackers. Studies showed that carbohydrates enhance the quantity of serotonin produced by the body.

Serotonin is a chemical messenger or neurotransmitter that affects the brain. This chemical lessens anxiety, which in turn creates sleep.

Consulting a psychologist or psychiatrist may give light in solving insomnia. This sleeping disorder is usually caused by stress. A psychologist or psychiatrist can give expert advice on how to treat insomnia.

Seniors And Insomnia

When it comes to a good night's sleep, no one is in greater need than America's seniors. Lack of sleep can lead to an increased risk of debilitating falls, diabetes and deadly heart attacks.

Sleeplessness may also be a symptom or early warning sign of disease. In their need for healthy sleep, millions of seniors are turning to safe, effective, doctor-prescribed sleep aids.

Unfortunately, rare cases involving people who abuse sleep aids are sensationalized. This can be misleading and create unfounded concerns for seniors who worry about the safety of these valuable medications.

A new report by RetireSafe's Senior Center for Health and Security examines the facts about sleep disorders and the unique risks they pose to older Americans. It also discusses remedies.

Sometimes commonsense changes in lifestyle and sleep environment aren't enough to ensure a healthy night's rest. When prescribed by a doctor and used as directed, prescription sleep aids can provide needed relief for insomnia.

Be smart. Be responsible. Use common sense. Always talk to your doctor about your prescription medications and your reactions to them.

Millions of senior citizens are able to get a good night's sleep thanks, in part, to doctor-prescribed sleep aids.

The decision to use a sleep aid should be based on factual, scientific information and what your doctor says is right for you, not a sensationalized news story.

What Is Insomnia?

Do you have difficulty falling asleep? Do you wake up in the middle of the night and have difficulty falling back to sleep? Do you wake up earlier than your alarm and have difficulty falling back to sleep? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you might have Insomnia.

Insomnia is defined as difficulty falling asleep. There are two main categories of insomnia: sleep onset and sleep maintenance insomnia.

Sleep onset insomnia is a difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night. It is usually triggered by a stressful event, like a death in the family or before a hard test at school. Normally it should resolve when the trigger is no longer present (after you have taken the test), but in some people the insomnia becomes a chronic problem. With sleep onset insomnia, it is always important make sure that other sleeping disorders, like restless legs syndrome and sleep apnea are adequately treated, as they can exacerbate it.

Sleep maintenance insomnia occurs when a person has difficulty falling asleep after waking up in the middle of the night. The most important point about sleep maintenance insomnia is that there is often an underlying physiologic problem of sleep (like Sleep Apnea) that is leading to the awakenings in the first place. If this problem is not adequately addressed, then it can be very difficult to treat sleep maintenance insomnia.

Who Gets Insomnia?

Anyone can get insomnia. Most people experience at least once in their lives. It is estimated that approximately 10% of the general population have chronic insomnia. Insomnia is considered a problem when it has not resolved in a reasonable period of time.

I Think I Might Have Insomnia, How Do I Find Out If I Have It?

Make an appointment with your primary care physician, or if your insurance allows it, go straight to a sleep specialist. If your physician thinks you might have insomnia, then he/she will either treat you with a medication or refer you to a sleep specialist for further evaluation.

How Is Insomnia Treated?

The treatment of insomnia with medications has become a multibillion-dollar industry, but the best treatment methods are actually behavioral methods. Behavioral treatments range from developing good sleep habits to group cognitive behavioral therapy. For the short-term, most of the newer sleeping pills, including Ambien�, Sonata�, Lunesta�, and Rozerem� can provide immediate relief. Ask your doctor about what option is right for you.

Chronic Insomnia

Chronic insomnia is one of the sleep disorders, which affects one’s quality of life. Statistics shows that one third of Americans are facing the danger of chronic insomnia. The sleeplessness is generally classified into different categories, according to its period of consistent occurrence. Of these, chronic insomnia is the most serious type, which lasts consistently for a prolonged period of time, say one month or more. It is clear that insomnia does not result any lethal problems, however, it affects the normal functioning of a person and results in reduced productivity.

Causes

On the basis of the cause of occurrence, chronic insomnia is classified into primary insomnia and secondary insomnia. Primary insomnia is caused by personal ill-effects, whereas secondary insomnia is resulted as a side effect of any external disturbances such as medication, environmental reasons, and psychiatric conditions.

The general causes for insomnia include poor sleep hygiene, anxiety, depression, hormonal imbalance, and circadian rhythm disorders. Most often, chronic insomnia is not a disorder of its own but a symptom of more serious physiological and psychological disorders. The people suffering from the diseases such as allergy, asthma, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), rheumatologic complaints, neurodegenerative diseases, endocrine diseases, kidney failures, and restless leg syndrome are more likely to get affected by the disorder. The behavioral disorders such as excessive consumption of caffeine, alcohol, and drugs could also lead to insomnia. Due to biological specialties, women and elderly people are more prone to the risk of chronic insomnia.

Effects of insomnia

Chronic insomnia affects the mental stability of a person and weakens the immune system. It shows the symptoms such as dizziness, dilemma, anxiety, impaired concentration, lowering thinking capability, and deteriorates decision making skills. Chronic insomnia will increase chances of accidents while driving and may lead to many serious clinical manifestations.

Symptoms

Chronic insomnia feature troubles in a sound sleep, such as reduced sleep time, frequent wake ups in the middle of the sleep, and day symptoms of irritability and sleepiness. A person has to seek the assistance of a physician, if he experiences any of the conditions such as absence of sleep even in tired conditions, only light sleep in night that results fatigue on awakening, and waking up very early.

Diagnosis

Physician will diagnose the disease, with the help of certain questionnaires such as the Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS). Multiple Sleep Latency test is the diagnostic tool to confirm chronic insomnia. An expert physician will focus to find out underlying reason for chronic insomnia.

Treatment

Chronic insomnia is often a curable disease. Early diagnosis and proper medication will help for speedy recovery. Physicians generally suggest hypnotics for the treatment of insomnia. The common prescriptions for chronic insomnia include benzodiazepines, non-benzodiazepines, and antihistamines. The behavioral therapies such as stimulus control, progressive muscle relaxation, paradoxical intention, biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapy, and light therapy are recommended in some cases of chronic insomnia. The natural herbals such as Valerian root, Kava kava, and melatonin are practiced in alternative therapy as remedies for chronic insomnia.

Remember, healthy sleep habits and proper lifestyle including balanced diet and exercise, relieves a normal person from the risk of chronic insomnia.

Fighting Anxiety and Insomnia Together

Restlessness, irritation, and exhaustion are among the things that those suffering from both Anxiety and Insomnia have to deal with daily. The two together can make the fight to sleep well at night and have energetic well balanced days seem to be impossible. This article explores how the 2 conditions can work together to make the fight even harder.

Insomnia Defined

When it comes to sleep disorders, Insomnia often is the first to come to mind. Often caused by stress from the many areas of life (relationships, finances, future outlook; both at work and at home), though it can also result from medication prescribed by physicians for other conditions and anxiety as well.

Anxiety and Insomnia together can be a constant battle of one condition triggering the other. Panic attacks and anxiety can bring levels of stress that can make insomnia 24/7. On the other hand, bad focus and outright exhaustion can cause anxiety attacks in a big way. Anxiety and insomnia definitely can amount to a double whammy.

Anxiety and Insomnia Treatment

Without treatment focused on both anxiety and insomnia, the medicine prescribed may actually contribute to the problems as well. It's wise to make sure your physician is aware of the big picture, if you are consulting them.

With good knowledge of the big picture a physician has many choices in treatment now that should work much better with anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions as well. The key is that they have all the diagnosis to treat it all without triggering other conditions that may co-exist.

When in treatment for anxiety and insomnia, don't expect everything to change overnight. It may take weeks or even months, though follow all directions precisely. One area of importance is the medicines that may be given. And it's a situation where attentive medical monitoring is very wise. When in treatment, be sure to keep your doctor informed of any changes at all.

The medicines prescribed for anxiety and insomnia often have the potential for dependency, and may come with the threat of overdose. At the same time, other than the right amounts, may also make anxiety and insomnia worse. It's of the utmost importance to follow the doctor's instructions to the word; and if there is more than one doctor, be sure each knows of the others treatment. Always keep them informed.

Alternatives for Anxiety and Insomnia

Today more than ever, a mix of old time remedies, new ideas, and other experiences have led to many things coming to market on nearly anything. Treatment of anxiety and insomnia is no exception. While it's very important to do research ahead of time, and very wise to consult expert advice, you should definitely consider all options. Many of these remedies are natural and have the potential to work better.

They aren't limited to things you can take either. Along with numerous ingestible products there are many other things out there that can work with the whole mind, body, and spirit. Take care and time dealing with your anxiety and insomnia and you may indeed find many things better in other areas of your life too. Count on it.

Curing Insomnia Symptom Without Sleeping Pill

Insomnia is a term used to describe several types of sleeplessness. With insomnia symptom, you experience a significant lack of sleep on a regular or frequent basis. Insomnia is not really a serious health problem, but it can make you feel tired, depressed and irritable. It can also make it hard to concentrate during the day.

Causes of Insomnia

The most common causes of insomnia are:

Anxiety. Everyday anxieties as well as severe anxiety disorders may keep your mind too alert to fall asleep which is common insomnia symptom.

Stress. Concerns about work, school, health or family can keep your mind too active, making you unable to relax.

Depression is one of the most common causes of chronic insomnia.

Learned insomnia (expecting to have difficulty sleeping and worrying about it). If you sleep poorly, you may worry about not being able to function well during the day. You may try harder to sleep at night, but unfortunately this effort can make you more alert, set off a new round of worried thoughts, and cause more sleep loss.

Hormonal changes in women. Menstruation, menopause and pregnancy can trigger insomnia symptom.

Decreased melatonin. To feel sleepy your brain needs to produce a chemical called melatonin, a natural sedative.

Physical health problems. These include sleep apnea (abnormal breathing while asleep), asthma, hyperthyroidism, tinnitus, arthritis, congestive heart failure, pain, prostate problems that mean frequent trips to the toilet at night, and indigestion.

Pain. Some types of pain (muscle, bone, organ pain) can be key insomnia causes.

Sleep related disorders. These include sleep apnea and periodic leg and arm movements during sleep (in which one's muscles excessively twitch or jerk). Sleep apnea, may affect people who breathe normally while they are awake. Breathing related sleep problems are most common in men, snorers, overweight people, and older adults.

Jet lag. Air travel across time zones often causes insomnia.

Working the night shift or long shifts. About 60-70% of all shift workers develop sleep disturbances.

Medications. Drugs that may contribute to insomnia symptom: corticosteroids, decongestants (pseudoephedrine), beta blockers, diuretics given at bedtime, oral contraceptives, antidepressants (Bupropion, Prozac), appetite suppressants (Meridia, Fastin), thyroid hormone, and amphetamines. Insomnia also may be the result of withdrawal from benzodiazepines (Valium, Librium, Ativan), antihistamines, amphetamines, cocaine, and marijuana.

Caffeine intake. Caffeine blocks the chemical that promotes sleep.

Nicotine use. Nicotine is a central nervous system stimulant that can cause insomnia.

Alcohol consumption. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, so a "nightcap" may help some people to fall asleep initially, but it also contributes to frequent awakenings, nightmares and poor quality of sleep. A bedtime drink can also stimulate some people by raising epinephrine levels, thus making it harder to settle down to sleep. Alcohol can also worsen snoring and other breathing disorders.

Noise. Excessive noise outside your bedroom, on the street or because of noisy neighbors.

Light. Light affects your brainТs production of the hormones that regulate sleep rhythms. Too much light in the bedroom can keep your body from deep sleep.

Extreme temperatures.

Napping. Daytime napping will affect nighttime relaxation.

Eating too much too late in the evening. Eating heavy, spicy, or high-sugar foods at night may cause indigestion.

Sedentary lifestyle.

How to Improve insomnia symptom Without Sleeping Pills

Insomnia symptom is usually treatable whether it is a symptom of a disease or a condition itself. Strategies to improve sleep:

Establish a regular sleep schedule. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, including weekends, even if you didn't get enough sleep to improve insomnia symptom. This will help train your body to sleep at night.

Develop sleep rituals. Follow the same bedtime routine, such as having a warm drink or a light snack, reading something soothing or listening to relaxing music which is the best remedy for insomnia symptom. Let your body know you're getting ready to sleep.

Don't spend too much time in bed. Once you wake, get out of bed. An excess of time in bed rather than sleep time leads to insomnia symptom in the future.

Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. If you eat a heavy meal before bedtime, it can interfere with sleep.

Bedtime snacks. Have a light snack before bed. If your stomach is too empty, that can interfere with sleep. Dairy products and turkey contain tryptophan, which acts as a natural sleep inducer. Tryptophan is probably why a warm glass of milk is sometimes recommended.

Avoid or limit caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol late in the day which are the causes of insomnia symptom. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants and can keep you from falling asleep. Although alcohol can make you relax and fall asleep, the relaxed feeling wears off, making you wake up in the early hours of the morning, feeling alert. Alcohol can also cause snoring which can disturb your sleep and that of others.

Don't drink fluids just before bedtime.

Gradually decrease mental and physical activity before going to bed.

Sleep environment to prevent insomnia symptom: Proper sleep environment can contribute to a good night's sleep. Keep the bedroom cool, well ventilated, quiet, and dark. An ideal environment for sleep is free of computers, fax machines and work projects.

Associate your bed and bedroom with sleep. Don't watch TV or read in bed. Although these things help some people sleep, they can also give your brain the idea that bed isn't just for sleeping - and this can keep you awake.

Don't go to bed until you are sleepy. If you can't sleep, get up, go into another room and do something relaxing until you feel sleepy. If you can't fall asleep for more than 15-20 minutes get up and read or do something that is not overly stimulating until you feel sleepy.

Light. Keep lights low before bedtime. To feel sleepy your brain needs to produce a chemical called melatonin, a natural sedative. Being in a brightly lit room or in front of the computer makes it harder for your brain to produce melatonin, and this delays the drowsy feeling that helps you sleep.

Naps. Try not to nap, especially in the evening, because naps may make you less sleepy at night.

Do not look at the alarm clock or watch during the night.

Get regular exercise for prevention of insomnia symptom: Exercising during the day encourages drowsiness at bedtime. The best time to exercise is in the daytime - particularly late afternoon or early evening. Exercising later than this may disturb your sleep.

Relax before going to bed. Follow a routine to help relax and wind down before sleep, such as reading a book, listening to music, or taking a bath.

Are you suffering from insomnia symptom?

Sleeping disorders have become quite common in most of the countries across the world. People suffer from problems such as falling asleep, inability to stay asleep, and failure to feel restored by sleep which are insomnia symptoms.

In general, the causes for sleep disorders can be categorized into internal, external and due to disturbance in the normal circadian pattern. Most often, sleep disorders are associated to diseases of any organ and a major factor for internal causes of sleep disorder which leads to insomnia symptom.

It is common that most of the diseases manifest with a disturbance in the normal sleep pattern. However, serious sleep disorders can be caused because of medical conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleep-related gastroesophageal reflux, peptic ulcer, fibrositis syndrome, back problems, and neck problems.

Any impairment in the brain such as central apnea and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease are also potential cause for sleep disorders. Breathing problems are also major causative in cases such as obstructive sleep apnea and snoring.

In the case of endocrinal changes, sleep disorders are evident symptom such as in cases of thyroid problems, in which patient are with insomnia symptom or over sleep. The insomnia symptom associated with menopause and pregnancy related ones are very common.

The alteration in the circadian rhythm is a major causative for insomnia symptom. Shift workers usually experience sleep disorders due to their altered sleep pattern and jet lag is a reason for sleep disorder among plane travelers.

Life style factors such as alcoholism and intake of alkaloids or caffeine can also contribute to the insomnia symptom. The environmental factors include light, noise, and change of bedding. The intake of certain drugs Lotronex and Tramadol are also proven to cause sleep disorders.

The consumption of any particular substance may also attribute insomnia symptom in some patients. Anyway, the causative factor will differ from one patient to the other.

Rozerem Online is a new development in sleep therapy, it comes under the class of drugs called sleep medications. Rozerem affects chemicals in your brain that may affect sleep. Rozerem is prescribed for the treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulty with sleep onset.