- Find
- Manage
- Resources
Causes Of Sleeping Problems
Most Americans do not get enough sleep each night. Medical experts say that you should get between 7 and 8 hours of sleep, but recent statistics revealed that many people are getting less than 5 to 6 hours.
If you are not getting enough sleep, it can have adverse affects on your overall health. For example, it may cause unwanted weight gain, or a constant feeling of sluggishness throughout the day.
People use many excuses for not getting to bed at a decent time. “I have to clean the...
Read moreMore information on "Causes Of Sleeping Problems"
From Our Experts
Rationed Sleep Causes Problems in Daily Life
Sleep is becoming a rationed commodity. It's what we do when we have nothing else to do. Our jobs, social activities, sports, even late... Read more »
Sleep Problems Can Cause Childhood Depression
Treating sleep problems early in life may protect children from developing depression as they get older. Alice M. Gregory, from the... Read more »
The Link Between Anxiety and Sleep Disorders
A good night’s sleep is important to good health. Many of us toss and turn or watch the clock when we can’t sleep for a night or two.... Read more »
The Link Between Anxiety and Sleep Disorders Part 2
Recap from Part One: For those living with an anxiety disorder, insomnia can be part of a vicious cycle. Anxiety can cause sleeping... Read more »
Sleep Problems and Fibromyalgia – Which Came First?
The inability to get a good night's sleep and awaken feeling refreshed is a common problem for people with fibromyalgia. The question is... Read more »
From Our Sources
Is Stress Causing Your Sleep Problems?
Most Americans do not get enough sleep each night. Medical experts say that you should get between 7 and 8 hours of sleep, but recent statistics... Read more »
Stress can cause sleep problems
Stress can trigger sleep disturbances in people without a history of sleep problems. This finding follows a five-year Finnish study of 16,627 men and... Read more »
Study: Ritalin does not cause sleep problems
A new study of 282 children shows that ritalin taken in patch or pill form does not cause sleep problems. After five weeks, researchers found that... Read more »
Brain injuries may cause sleep problems
Researchers examined 42 people who said they had insomnia after a mild brain injury. Thirty-six percent had trouble falling asleep and waking up. The... Read more »
Sleep apnea may cause serious eye problems
Sleep apnea has been tied to a risk for heart disease, and new research suggests it may harm your eyes as well. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic say... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
