Sunday, October, 25, 2009
Melatonin Used For Insomnia
October 03, 2008
A small study has found that melatonin can solve or reduce sleeping
trouble in children with autism. Melatonin is an over-the-counter
supplement used for jet lag and insomnia. In the study, 25 percent
of parents reported their children no longer had trouble sleeping
while using melatonin, and 60 percent said sleep problems had
improved.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Michael Rack, MD
,
Health Expert
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and...
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By Christine Kennard
,
Health Expert
...very sensitive to both light levels and the hormone melatonin. A study out this month...
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By Florence Cardinal
,
Health Expert
...unless there is an underlying reason like chronic insomnia or chronic fatigue syndrome, (when...
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By Florence Cardinal
,
Health Expert
...the morning) they may still experience sleep onset insomnia and lie awake for thirty minutes or...
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By Florence Cardinal
,
Health Expert
...well. More good news for those suffering from insomnia is a new sleep medication in Europe....
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Health Guide
...While pills do not resolve the biological imbalance caused by jet lag, they may help manage short-term
insomnia brought on by travel. Be sure to discuss the use of sleeping pills with your doctor...
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melatonin, the hormone that controls our sleep cycle. Thus, serotonin deficiency is also linked to
insomnia and other sleep disorders. Increasing 5-HTP LevelsSince eating foods that contain ...
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Causes of Chronic
InsomniaSleep 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....
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Causes of Short-Term or Transient
InsomniaA reaction to change or stress is one of the most common causes of short-term and transient
insomnia. This condition is sometimes referred to as adjustment...
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...every night.It should be stressed that only behavioral or psychologic techniques can actually cure
insomnia, whereas prolonged use of sleeping pills can only result in dependency.In general, the...
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Insomnia
Most sleep issues concerning insommnia can be corrected by making a few simple changes.... Read more »
Medications
...Uses This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster... Read more »
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