Sleeping problems & disturbances
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This document summarizes different sleep disorders and disturbances. It discusses insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. It also covers narcolepsy, where people uncontrollably fall asleep during the day. Sleep apnea is described as breathing difficulties or cessations while sleeping. Hypersomnia is summarized as too much sleep during the day and night. The document also briefly outlines somnambulism (sleepwalking), nightmares, and night terrors. Possible causes and treatments are provided for each condition.
Sleeping problems & disturbances
- 3. Insomnia Is characterized by difficulty in falling asleep, frequent nighttime awakenings, waking too early, or any combination of these.
- 4. Common Advices for Insomnia 1. Maintain a regular sleep schedule. Go to sleep and get up at the same time everyday.
- 5. HOW MUCH DO WE REALLY NEED? Newborns (0-3 mos.) – 14-17 hrs Infant (4-11 mos.) – 12-15 hrs Toddlers (1-2 yrs.) – 11-14 hrs Preschoolers (3-5 yrs.) – 11- 14 hrs
- 6. Teenagers (14-17 yrs) – 8-10 hrs Young Adults (18-25 yrs) – 7- 9hrs Adults (26-64 yrs) – 7-9 hrs Older adults (65+) – 7-8 hrs Reference from https://sleepfoundation.org
- 7. 2. Avoid stimulants such as coffee or cigarettes. Instead, drink milk and eat other food which are high in trytophan.
- 8. 3. Learn how to relax before going to sleep. This can be done through a simplerelaxation, exercise, like progressive muscle relaxation or meditation.7 minutes
- 11. Pros: Many doctors agree that back is best. Snoozing in savasana pose is a boon for spine and neck health, because the back is straight and not forced into any contortions. Plus back sleeping helps the mattress do its job of supporting the spine. In a perfect (and kind of uncomfy) world, everyone would sleep on their backs without a pillow, as this position leaves the neck in a neutral position. Using too many pillows, however, can make breathing more difficult. Dapat yung batok straight lang Back sleeping is also a winner for the more cosmetically inclined. Spending all night with the face out in the air—and not smooshed up against a pillow—leads to fewer facial wrinkles
- 12. Cons: Instances of snoring and sleep apnea are much more frequent when a person is sleeping in the supine position. In fact, back sleeping is so closely linked to sleep apnea that doctors prescribe side sleeping as a treatment for the condition . When we sleep on our backs, gravity forces the base of the tongue to collapse into the airway, which obstructs breathing and creates snore noises.
- 14. Pros: Doctors encourage sleeping on the left side during pregnancy because it improves circulation to the heart, which benefits both mom and baby. Side sleeping is also a pregnancy winner because sleeping on the back puts pressure on the lower back (which can lead to fainting) and stomach-sleeping is impossible for obvious reasons . For those not expecting, sleeping on the left side can also ease heartburn and acid reflux, making it easier for people with these conditions to doze off.
- 15. Cons: At the same time, sleeping on the left side can put pressure on the stomach and lungs (alternating sides often can help prevent organ strain). And as almost all side-sleepers know well, this position can result in the dreaded squished-arm-numbness. Snuggling into bed with the arm behind the head is a common sleep position, but it may adversely affect muscles and nerves. Resting the head (or the whole body) on a single arm can restrict blood flow and press down on the nerves, which results in “rubber arm” or painful pins and needles. Numb vs cramps In this position, the shoulder supports a lot of the body’s weight, which can constrict the neck and
- 17. Pros: Stomach sleeping eases snoring and some cases of sleep apnea Cons: Resting on the tummy is widely regarded as the worst sleeping position. It flattens the natural curve of the spine, which can lead to lower back pain. Sleeping all night with the head turned to one side also strains the neck. If this is the preferred position, try using pillows to gradually train the body to sleep on one side. Lower back twinges? Try sticking a pillow under the hips and lower abdomen to give the bottom of the spine a boost. Reference from: www.greatist.com
- 18. 4. Do not go to bed too full or too hungry. pamahiin bangungot
- 19. 5. Exercise regularly, but not before bedtime.
- 20. 6. DON’T FIGHT INSOMNIA. Instead of forcing the self to sleep, get out of bed and engage in some activity. Go back to bed when you feel sleepy again.
- 21. Narcolepsy Is characterized by an uncontrollable tendency to fall asleep. The disorder is supposed to be hereditary.
- 22. People with narcolepsy have trouble staying awake; they often feel drowsy and fall asleep, even in the middle of the day, sometime in the middle of activities that produce strong emotions. It is thought that narcolepsy occurs when rapid eye movement (REM) sleep occurs while people are awake. Although the cause of narcolepsy is unknown, it does occasionally run in families. If one person in a family has the disorder, another relative may be susceptible to developing it if certain environmental triggers occur. It is also a lifelong disease.
- 23. Possible treatments: Medications such as stimulants (amphetamines, Ritalin) that increase alertness are often used to treat narcolepsy. However, stimulants may cause side effects including headaches, nervousness, and mood changes. Antidepressant medication is also used to treat
- 24. Apnea Is characterized by breathing difficulty and even cessation of breathing while the person is asleep. It may stop from 20 sec to 2 mins. Sleeper has to wake up several times throughout the night to gulp in air but may not be aware of it.
- 25. 2 Types of Sleep Apnea Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – airway is blocked Central Sleep Apnea – airway is not blocked
- 26. Risk factors for Sleep Apnea Male Overweight Age over 40 Having a large neck (17 in or greater in men, 16 or greater in women) Having large tonsils, large tongue or small jaw bone Family history GERD Nasal obstruction
- 27. Effects of Sleep Apnea if left untreated High blood pressure Stroke Heart failure Diabetes Depression Worsening of ADHD Headaches
- 28. Hypersomnia Is too much sleep. They sleep longer than most people at night but also feel tired and take sleep naps during the day.
- 29. Cause of Hypersomnia Sleep disorderslike the narcolepsy and apnea Sleep deprivation Overweight Drug or alcohol abuse Head injury or neurological disease Prescription drugs such as tranquilizers or antihistamines Genetics Depressions
- 30. Possible treatments Drugs – stimulants or antidepressants If you are diagnosed with this, your doctor might recommend CPAP or continuous positive airway pressure
- 31. Somnambulism Or sleepwalking The person commonly rises from his bed and wanders about. In the morning, sleepwalkers do not have any memory of their travels. Sleep walking itself is not dangerous, but accidents can happen.
- 32. Symptoms Sleep talking Little or no memory at all Inappropriate behavior such as urinating in closets, kids Screaming when sleepwalking occurs in connection with sleep terrors Violent attacks on the person trying to wake up
- 33. Possible treatments No specific treatments but sleep hygiene may help For adults, hypnosis Common in children but is usually outgrown over time if not see a doctor
- 34. Nightmares Are dreams that involve little or no movement at all. The contents can be remembered by the dreamers.
- 35. A nightmare is a dream occurring during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep that results in feelings of strong terror, fear, distress or extreme anxiety. This phenomenon tends to occur in the latter part of the night and oftentimes awakens the sleeper, who is likely to recall the content of the dream.
- 36. • Anxiety or stress is the most common: In 60 percent of cases, a major life event precedes the onset of nightmares • Illness with a fever • Death of a loved one (bereavement) • Adverse reaction to or side effect of a drug • Recent withdrawal from a drug such as sleeping pills • Excessive alcohol consumption • Abrupt alcohol withdrawal • Breathing disorder in sleep (sleep apnea) • Sleep disorders (narcolepsy, sleep terror disorder) • Eating just before going to bed, which raises the body's metabolism and brain activity, may cause
- 37. Possible treatments Relaxation therapy – removing of muscle tension If you are under severe stress, seek out to your friends or relatives. Speaking up what’s on your mind relieves. Try regular aerobics routine to be able to sleep faster, be in deep sleep, and wake up feeling
- 38. Night terrors or horrors Are often accompanied by a horrific