Sleep disturbances affect nearly everyone at some point. They occur when you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, which leads to daytime fatigue or sleepiness.
Common causes of sleep disturbances include:
- Insomnia - difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Sleep apnea - pauses in breathing during sleep
- Restless leg syndrome - uncomfortable sensations and urge to move legs
- Circadian rhythm disorders - mismatch between sleep timing and circadian clock
- Parasomnias - abnormal movements/behaviors during sleep
Sleep disturbances can negatively impact your:
- Memory
- Focus
- Energy levels
- Mood
- Overall health
If you regularly struggle with sleep, it's important to identify the cause and take steps to improve your sleep hygiene.
Sleep hygiene refers to habits that promote good sleep, like:
- Going to bed/waking up at consistent times
- Limiting exposure screens before bedtime
- Exercising regularly, but not right before bed
- Making sure your sleep environment is cool, quiet and comfortable
Treating sleep disorders is also key. I struggled with insomnia for years until I went to Hormone Wellness Center. They tested my hormone levels and found I had low progesterone, making it hard to fall and stay asleep.
With
progesterone therapy, my sleep greatly improved! I fall asleep faster, sleep more soundly through the night, and wake up feeling refreshed and energized.
"My sleep issues vanished with Hormone Wellness Center' customized hormone therapy. I wish I had gone years earlier!"
So if you have persistent sleep disturbances, I highly recommend getting your hormones tested. An underlying hormonal imbalance could be to blame.
Restful, high-quality sleep is vital for health and wellbeing. Don't assume sleep issues are something you just have to live with. Identify the root cause and take steps - whether improving sleep hygiene or getting proper medical treatment - to resolve your sleep disturbances. Sweet dreams!