Is Chronic Insomnia A Mental Disorder
Health Encyclopedia: Insomnia Causes Of Chronic Insomnia
- Insomnia - Causes of Chronic Insomnia
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes of Short-Term or Transient Insomnia
- Are You at Risk For Insomnia?
- Prognosis
- Diagnosis of Insomnia
Causes of Chronic Insomnia
Sleep problems seem to run in families. About 35% of people with insomnia have a family history of insomnia, with the mother being the most commonly affected family member. Still, because so many factors are involved in insomnia, a genetic component is difficult to define.
Brain Chemicals and Hormones Affecting Chronic Insomnia
Abnormal levels of certain brain chemicals have been observed in some people with chronic insomnia.
- Melatonin. Low levels of melatonin, the hormone...
Expert & Community Posts
Top Tips for Coping with Insomnia
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...and wreak havoc on the next day. But if you have chronic insomnia, it's a whole different... Read more »
The Causes of Chronic Insomnia
By Allen Blaivas, M.D. , Health Expert...the patient, but even for the doctor to treat is chronic insomnia (CI). CI may be caused by... Read more »
The Link Between Anxiety and Sleep Disorders
By Jerilyn Ross, M.A., L.I.C.S.W. , Health Expert...results of a recent study suggest that people with chronic insomnia are at high risk of... Read more »
A Better Drug for Depression on the Way?
By Lynne Taetzsch , Health Expert...telling my mother I needed a psychiatrist because I had chronic insomnia and thought of suicide... Read more »
Lack of Sleep Can Lead to Suicide
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...habits can also bring on short-term insomnia. Chronic Insomnia - This is the worst type. It... Read more »
Health Guide
The First 48 Hours: Insomnia
...relationship issues. To solve this problem, taking steps to get rid of the stress can be very helpful. CHRONIC INSOMNIA Chronic insomnia can last for years and causes excessive daytime... Read more »Insomnia: Treatment
...number of behavioral methods are aimed at achieving these goals. Behavioral techniques can actually cure chronic insomnia and studies report their effectiveness in nearly all patients with primary... Read more »Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Complications
...consequences. But in some cases, severe and persistent symptoms can cause considerable mental distress, chronic insomnia, and daytime sleepiness.Sleep DeprivationSleep deprivation, and the daytime... Read more »Insomnia: Medications
...medication.Alcohol intensifies the side effects of all sleeping medication and should be avoided.If chronic insomnia is a companion to depression or anxiety, treating these problems first may be... Read more »Insomnia: References
...risks and benefits. BMJ. 2005 Nov 19;331(7526):1169.Ohayon MM. Severe hot flashes are associated with chronic insomnia. Arch Intern Med. 2006 June 26;166(12):1262-1268.Pack AI, Dinges DF, Gehrman... Read more »Images
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Clinical trial: Lunesta and seniors with insomnia
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Study: Rozerem reduces time needed to fall asleep
October 03, 2008A clinical study has found that for adults with chronic insomnia Rozerem reduces the time needed to fall asleep for up to six months. Researchers... Read summary »
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Insomnia patients often prescribed antidepressants, not sleep meds
July 29, 2009Almost 40 million Americans suffer from chronic insomnia, but new research suggests that doctors often prescribe antidepressants for the disorder... Read summary »
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