April 22 2009

Know the Solutions of Sleeping Disorders

Know the Solutions of Sleeping Disorders

The treatment is related to the cause, if the cause can be determined. If there is an obvious physical or psychological disorder causing insomnia, it should be treated. Depression is a very common cause of insomnia and can usually be treated with medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, or interpersonal therapy.

In addition, oral appliance therapy, positional therapy, somnoplasty, laser surgery or UP3 (where the tissue at the back of the throat is removed) are other ways to help sleep apnea patients attain restful sleep.

The tendency to be early to bed and early to rise increases as we grow older. Most persons adapt successfully but some of us find that our bodies say, “It’s bedtime,” earlier than we desire – often well before 9 p.m. Known as advanced sleep phase syndrome (or ASPS) this problem can wreck havoc with social life. Most persons with ASPS try numerous strategies to help them stay awake. Even if they succeed in pushing bedtime later, they may not be able to sleep any later because their body clocks still awaken them in the early morning hours.

Evidence suggests that melatonin is not effective in treating most primary sleep disorders with short-term use, although there is some evidence to suggest that melatonin is effective in treating delayed sleep phase syndrome with short-term use.

Natural remedies have been used for years to treat sleep disorders. One of the most popular “natural” remedies for insomnia has been melatonin, which can be obtained at most pharmacies and health food stores. Melatonin is a hormone that is known to be involved in the regulation of sleep and wakefulness. It has been shown that the ingestion of melatonin prior to bedtime will help individuals fall asleep. However, scientific data have failed to confirm that melatonin is useful in maintaining sleep.

You can address most common sleep problems through lifestyle changes and improved sleep hygiene but it is important to see your doctor or a sleep specialist for a diagnosis if your sleep does not improve. A doctor who specializes in sleep problems is most skilled in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Sometimes sleep specialists work out of a sleep center; others are independent.

To determine if you have a sleep disorder, first pay attention to your sleep habits and daily routine. Whether you are trying to help yourself or planning to visit a doctor, it is helpful to record your sleep habits. Your sleep history will help you and your doctor find the cause of your sleep problems.

Your primary-care physician may be able to deal with depression as a temporary side effect or the everyday blues, but it’s a psychiatrist who is trained in the ins and outs of major depression and its treatment, and it’s a psychiatrist who is most able to suggest the treatment option that, tailored to your particular situation and combination of issues, is most likely to succeed.

Regularize your sleep hours. Irregular sleep hours can throw off your sleep cycles and lead to breathing problems during the most important sleep stages. Stabilizing bedtime hours and eliminating disturbances to your sleep can reduce sleep apnea.

Eliminate the use of alcohol, tobacco, and sedatives such as sleeping pills. Avoiding the use of alcohol, tobacco, and sleeping pills can reduce the likelihood of airway closure during the night.

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Help answer the question about sleeping disorders

Can anyone give me information about sleeping disorders that involve hallucinations?
Usually when I have these hallucinations I'm inbetween being awake and still being asleep. I see things like spiders hanging from the ceiling or the walls being a totally different color. When I finally break from the hallucination, I feel very disoriented and slightly irritated for a couple of mintues and then I return to sleep as if nothing happend.

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9 Responses to “Know the Solutions of Sleeping Disorders”

  1. 4angel says:

    your last statement is your answer, there is no guarantee, this product is not better than the ones you are describing though. on the other hand, if you have gone through so much then it is worth a try, good luck

  2. lino2004 says:

    Its a notmal part of the sleep cycle when you are right between dreaming and sleep. Your body is disengaging so that you cant move much – because if you move in response to your dreams you could hurt yourself.
    Because we are only half asleep (and thus, half awake) sometimes we notice it….its been awhile, but I think it oocurs during a brainwave type called a spindle plex.

    Be well

  3. Equinox says:

    You suffer from insomnia.Get a pair of ear protectors and wear a night mask.Also a glass of milk, a cold-hot bath, a well ventilated room and a light dinner would be somethings to think of.

  4. marcia r says:

    Have you tried calling a sleep disorder clinic and talking to them about it? And his primary physician? If he won't go himself, at least call these offices and discuss it with them, describing it as you did here. If this is a change in him, something is wrong and he needs help, even if he won't get it for himself.

  5. FortyLove says:

    That really sucks. I think she should consult Dr house. This is no job for a normal MD.
    hhhmmmmm?

  6. chm says:

    What did the doctors who gave you the sleep studies say???

  7. sleeperscell says:

    This is insomnia. Stress and chemical imbalance inhibit natural sleep.
    You can find a lot of suggestions on how to handle sleep disorders by looking up insomnia. I do hope you find what works for you.

  8. amyj_06 says:

    Nightterrors are common. It is frightening to all involved. Sometimes it may be caused by something as simple as a shadow or item in the room that she can not explain. I hope you find this site helpful…
    http://www.nightterrors.org/mot.htm

  9. RuM93 says:

    I have the EXACT SAME PROBLEM!!! Im under so much stress & am going thru some crazy sh*t, Ive been grinding my teeth & have ground a hold thru 2molars, 1 goes all the way thru the enamel into the next layer!! When I sleep at night I need at least 9-13hrs each night, & no matter how long I sleep, im ALWAYS tired & have such a hard time getting out of bed in the morning. I wake up a lot during the night & sleep very lightly. in the past 5months its gotten outta control.
    * I told my doctor who sent me to a sleep specialist.
    The sleep specialist had me do a SLEEP STUDY (I spent the night at the sleep clinic with wires allll over me!! & the following morning/day doing this test for narcolepsy)

    The test showed that I have narcolepsy & that my brain wakes up an average of 89 times per hour, PLUS that I RARELY go into REM when I sleep, so essentially Im not getting any sleep!!
    *Even tho the doctor said I have narcolepsy type 1, I dont just fall asleep randomly during the day, & I dont experience sudden muscle weakness… so im not sure if I agree with this diagnosis, but I thought It might help for me to share my story & test results…

    ****So go to a Sleep specialist & get a sleep study done, I bet your brain isnt going into REM when it should be.

    I know Ive been having awful side effects from not getting any sleep, like poor memory, always feeling tired, being crabby, sleeping a lot,& taking naps, & trouble thinking/concentraiting/retaining information!! it sucks so bad.

    I hope you figure this out.. Have u checked out REM sleep disorders?

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