Causes of Sleeplessness
Sleeplessness may happen just once in a while or it can be frequent. If you experience it for more than a few days, the condition is called insomnia. According to the National Library of Medicine and the Mayo Clinic the causes of sleeplessness differ for each individual and include health disorders, lifestyle factors and conditions in your sleep environment.
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Stress
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Stress in your life resulting from health concerns, difficult relationships, or financial problems may keep you awake with worry when you are trying to sleep.
Mental Health Disorders
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Sleeplessness may result if you have mental health problems such as bipolar disorder, clinical depression or generalized anxiety disorder.
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Medical Conditions
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If you have medical disorders including sinus infections, heart disease, cancer, thyroid problems or chronic pain, you may experience sleeplessness.
Medications
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Sleeplessness may be caused by certain types of medications, including antidepressants, synthetic steroids, antihistamines, weight loss products and some pain relievers.
Diet
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If you eat foods or beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, you may have a difficult time falling or staying asleep especially if you eat them too close to bedtime.
Environment
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If your bedroom is noisy or has too much light, or your partner tosses and turns, you may not be able to relax enough to fall asleep.
Weather
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Hot and humid weather can make you uncomfortable and unable to sleep; likewise, thunderstorms and howling winds may be disturbing and keep you awake.
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