Sleep disturbances like insomnia and sleep apnea are common issues that can severely impact one's health and quality of life. Getting enough high-quality sleep is crucial for cognitive function, mood regulation, cardiovascular health, weight maintenance, and more.
What causes sleep disturbances?
- Stress and anxiety
- Underlying health conditions - sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, acid reflux, chronic pain, etc.
- Medications
- Inconsistent sleep routine
- Environmental factors - noise, light, uncomfortable mattress/pillows
Symptoms of sleep disturbances may include:
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Frequent nighttime awakenings
- Feeling unrested after a night's sleep
- Daytime fatigue or sleepiness
- Irritability, depression, or anxiety
- Poor concentration and memory
If you struggle with poor sleep, first try improving your
sleep hygiene - stick to a regular sleep-wake schedule, limit blue light exposure before bed, keep your bedroom quiet and cool, and avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol close to bedtime. If self-care strategies don't help within a couple weeks, see your doctor or visit
Hormone Health Clinic to uncover any underlying issues. We specialize in using
bioidentical hormone therapy to resolve hormone imbalances that disrupt sleep. With personalized treatment plans, we can get your sleep back on track so you wake up refreshed and ready to thrive!
Behavioral therapy is also effective, especially cognitive
behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). This trains you to associate your bed with sleep and establish healthy sleep habits. For sleep apnea, using a
CPAP machine at night provides continuous airflow to keep airways open.
Untreated sleep disorders raise your risk for autoimmune diseases, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and early mortality. So if you regularly feel unrested during the day or your partner notices loud snoring or breathing stoppages at night, seek help. Tackling sleep issues can truly transform your health and quality of life.