Cures For InsomniaThe number of cures for insomnia is easily equal to the wide variety of causes and symptoms of this very common sleep disorder.
And it's important to realize that for any insomnia remedy to be effective, it's vital that it addresses the actual cause of the insomnia, and not just the symptoms. Insomnia is a complex disorder which is divided into two main categories -
Insomnia can be further divided according to the duration of the problem. There's Transient Insomnia, Short Term Insomnia and Chronic Insomnia. Because of the wide variety of insomnia cures, it's important that you get an accurate diagnosis of the type of insomnia you're suffering from BEFORE you try any remedies.
Cures for Insomnia - PrimaryFor episodes of Transient or Short Term Insomnia, a look at your daily schedule, recent life events, commitments and sleep habits (these fall under the heading of Sleep Hygiene) may get you back on track.Going to bed early for a couple of nights in order to repay your sleep debt, or cutting back on caffeine at work, could make all the difference. Taking one of the over-the-counter sleep aids, or a prescription for a non-benzodiazene (non-BRA's) medication may help too. But, these should be used with caution and never for more than 2 or 3 days without consulting your doctor. For Chronic Insomnia, you may need to use stronger measures! A total re-vamp of your sleep habits/environment/diet/lifestyle (sleep hygiene) may be necessary, and a complete physical exam by your doctor is a must. You may be surprised to find that your sleep deprivation is due to an underlying medical condition that you weren't aware of, such as Sleep Apnea, diabetes, heart disease etc. If your sleeplessness is diagnosed as being Primary Insomnia, the insomnia therapies and treatments recommended may include -
Cures for Insomnia - SecondaryIf you're diagnosed as suffering from Secondary Insomnia, the cures for insomnia listed above will likely be of little help to you. But, sometimes one (or more) of these will be used in conjunction with the treatment of the underlying medical problem causing your insomnia in the first place.A big cause of secondary insomnia is pain - either from an acute illness or injury, or as a result of chronic disease such as arthritis or cancer. In this case, treating the pain will also treat the resulting sleeplessness. Sometimes breathing difficulties, caused by a condition such as asthma, can disrupt your sleep. Or maybe it's excessively high stress levels, anxiety or depression, or something as simple as GERD (acid reflux disease). When you treat these medical conditions, you're treating your insomnia too!
Trying DIY Insomnia CuresStudies show that a huge percentage of insomnia sufferers never seek professional treatment, instead they struggle along in a fog, and often resort to self-medicating.
Here's something you should know - DON'T DO THIS withough consulting your doctor first! Using alcohol, OTC sleep aids on a long-term basis, or trying that 'sleep trick' your boss or best friend told you about usually only leads to frustration and disappointment.... and that's not conducive to better sleep! Instead, look at the tried and tested methods and techniques, do your research and talk to a health professional. That way you'll avoid the potential pitfalls and be on the road that leads straight to a good night's sleep. Page/Article Links:
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