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What causes insomnia?

Many people suffer from insomnia or sleep disorders. Some can not sleep, others wake up at night and can no longer find sleep, others wake up very early in the morning.
Insomnia is not a disease. It is a way that takes the body to say that something is wrong. The causes of insomnia are many: stress, too much caffeine, depression, change of work schedule and pain associated with certain health problems, such as arthritis.

Insomnia is a problem serious?

30% to 40% of adults suffer from some type of insomnia in one year. Insomnia increases with age and is more common in women. Insomnia can become a serious problem. It can reduce your energy at work and cause anxiety or tension. People with insomnia often feel tired, depressed and irritable, and sometimes have difficulty concentrating. Insomnia cause drowsiness that can lead to automobile accidents and other risks and health problems.

How much sleep do I need?

Most adults need about eight hours of sleep each night. You know you’ve slept enough if you do not want to sleep during the day. For some people, six hours is enough. Others need ten hours of sleep.

Sleep patterns vary with age. For example, some seniors are taking a nap during the day and sleep less night long. In general, your sleep needs in adulthood will remain substantially the same.

How does my doctor can find the cause of my insomnia?

Your doctor may ask you and your spouse (if possible), some questions to identify the cause of your insomnia. You will be asked about your lifestyle (hours of sunset and sunrise, for example), the medications you take, the amount of caffeine, alcoholic

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