If You Have Sleep Disorders, Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you find yourself dragging through the day because sleep disorders are keeping you up at night? It may not seem fair, but the people you deal with during the day may not be willing to endure the mistakes or moods that sleep deprivation may be causing. You have a choice: you can muddle through the way you\'re going and blame your bad luck, or you can take action to diagnose your sleep problems and do what\'s necessary to start getting a good night\'s sleep. Sleep disorders are not your cross to bear, they are usually connected to simple health issues that can be remedied. Let\'s look at some of the questions you should ask yourself if you suspect you\'re suffering from a sleep disorder.

Is your sleep restless every night?

This question may seem simplistic, but it\'s really about being able to find a stable sleeping position. Most people who have developed a sleeping disorder have trouble settling into one spot. If you have memories of tossing, turning and shifting your body without much sleep, then there may be something triggering this restlessness. For example, you may have difficulty breathing. Once your body senses a lack of oxygen, it forces a shift in your position in an attempt to remedy the situation. You may be at risk for snoring or sleep apnea.

Are you sleepy throughout the day?

Almost everyone gets sleepy in the afternoon. This is not indicative of a sleep disorder, but is related to the circadian rhythms that are genetically determined. But if you\'re sleepy all the time, and tend to fall asleep at any point during the day, you may want to investigate the possibility of narcolepsy.

Do you snore while sleeping?

Excessive snoring, especially if it\'s punctuated with periods of silence or non-breathing, can be an indicator of sleep apnea. There may be something obstructing your airway when you are in a sleeping position. The constricted passageway for air causes your throat tissues to vibrate, resulting in snoring. In some varieties of sleep apnea, your brain simply \"forgets\" to signal your body to breathe. All types of sleep apnea can lead to sleep deprivation and foggy-headed, clumsy days.

These are a few of the questions you should ask yourself if you think you are developing one or more sleep disorders. In many cases, there are several natural solutions that will put you back on track for a good night\'s sleep. But things won\'t get better if you ignore the problem. Answer these basic questions, and then you\'ll know if you need to dig a little deeper.

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