Insomnia largely results in tiredness – but can it really kill you?
Did you know that in a 2002 study of sleeping habits in over one million people reported that people who slept seven hours a night enjoyed the longest lifespan.But, those who slept 8 hours or more or 6 hours or less had higher mortality rates.
However, people with insomnia did not have elevated mortality rates, which supported earlier evidence. (Phew!)
Interestingly though, people who took sleeping pills, however, did have lower survival rates. Read more »
The process of sleep is one that our bodies instinctively know how to do. It is a critical and regular element of how our bodies function. However, when insomnia strikes, it is useful to get a better understanding of how our sleep cycle actually works – so that we can reset it! Read more »
Can anyone be effected by insomnia? Well, perhaps not everyone, but it is certainly a common problem by any standard. Studies estimate that between a quarter and one-third of American and European adults experience some insomnia each year, with between 10% and 20% of them suffering severe sleeplessness.
Overall, insomnia is more common in women than men, although men are not immune from insomnia. Sleep efficiency deteriorates equally in men and women as they get older.
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There is a load of information about insomnia both in the offline and online world. Here is an outline of what insomnia encompasses. This is not really a definitive list, but should give you a good feel as to whether what you are experiencing is insomnia. Read more »
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