What Causes Insomnia
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
The Different Types of Insomnia
By Allen Blaivas, M.D. , Health ExpertAs we have been discussing, chronic insomnia is insomnia in the absence of other medical,... Read more »
Secondary Insomnia and the Drugs Used To Treat It
By Michael Rack, MD , Health ExpertI previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and... Read more »
Battling Insomnia: Causes
By Allen Blaivas, M.D. , Health Expert...shareposts, it's time we get into the nitty-gritty of insomnia, which often leaves people with... Read more »
Dealing with Anxiety Symptoms: Insomnia
By Eileen Bailey , Health ExpertInsomnia can cause anxiety and anxiety can cause insomnia. For some people, problems sleeping can... Read more »
Anxiety and Insomnia
By Dr. Kleiner , Health Expert...Patients with anxiety often suffer from sleep problems. "Insomnia" is a phrase we often hear.... Read more »
Health Guide
The First 48 Hours: Insomnia
...finally made it to the doctor to learn that your suspicions are confirmed: you’ve been suffering from insomnia. As someone who’s been diagnosed with a sleep disorder, I know that a... Read more »Side Effects of Antidepressants
...Impaired thinkingSide Effects of SSRIs• Sexual problems• Headache• Nausea• Insomnia• Nervousness or agitation• Weight gain or weight loss• ... Read more »Insomnia: Introduction
Insomnia comes from the Latin words for no sleep. Insomnia is characterized by:Difficulty falling asleepDifficulty staying asleepWaking up too early in the morningSome experts believe... Read more »Insomnia: Diagnosis
...is little agreement, even among experts, on the best methods for effectively assessing a patient's insomnia.A major difficulty in diagnosing this problem is its subjective nature. One study showed... Read more »Insomnia: Causes of Short-Term or Transient Insomnia
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... Read more »Images
Medications
...Uses This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster... Read more »
...by your doctor. If you experience sleep problems (insomnia), talk to your doctor about switching... Read more »
...short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping (insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10... Read more »
...short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping (insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10... Read more »
... Uses Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep faster,... Read more »
Related News
Sleepless Nights Complicate Depression
April 30, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Depression is bad enough by itself. But depression coupled with insomnia is even worse. According to researchers from the... Read summary »
Insomnia Therapy Helps Osteoarthritis Patients
August 28, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) ? A new study shows the use of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for older patients with... Read summary »
Insomnia Linked to Lack of Brain Chemical
November 04, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Having a tough time falling asleep? A chemical in your brain may be to blame. Researchers recently discovered insomnia in... Read summary »
Online Sleep Therapy
June 04, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) ? Online courses aren't just for school credit anymore. A new study on insomnia sufferers showed improved symptoms after... Read summary »
High Tech Insomnia Treatments for Vets
June 23, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) Some war veterans have trouble sleeping after a deployment to Iraq. New research finds both sleep medication and... Read summary »
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