Sleep disturbances affect nearly everyone at some point. They occur when you have difficulty falling or staying asleep, which leads to daytime tiredness and impaired functioning. Common sleep disturbances include:
- Insomnia - trouble falling or staying asleep
- Sleep apnea - breathing interruptions during sleep
- Restless leg syndrome - uncomfortable leg sensations causing difficulty falling asleep
- Circadian rhythm disorders - mismatch between your body's internal clock and the external world
What causes sleep disturbances? There are often multiple factors at play:
- Stress, anxiety, depression
- Poor sleep habits like inconsistent bedtimes
- Medications, drugs, alcohol
- Underlying health issues - thyroid, chronic pain, etc.
- Environmental factors - noise, light, uncomfortable bed
The effects of ongoing sleep loss are extensive. Even short-term sleep deprivation leads to reduced cognitive performance, memory issues, trouble focusing, and mood changes like irritability.
Long-term lack of sleep is linked to higher risk for obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and early mortality.
So what can you do about sleep disturbances? Here are some tips:
- Establish a relaxing bedtime routine
- Limit blue light exposure before bed
- Avoid large meals, caffeine, alcohol close to bedtime
- Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet
- Be consistent with your sleep-wake schedule
- Rule out any underlying medical issues
- Consider speaking to your doctor about treatment options like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia or medications if needed
At
Hormone Harmony Clinic, we offer cutting-edge hormone testing and replacement therapies to help address the root causes of sleep issues.
Hormonal imbalances involving cortisol, melatonin, or sex hormones are often contributors to sleep disturbances. We create fully customized treatment plans to balance your hormones and improve your ability to fall and stay asleep. Our patients report better sleep quality, more energy, improved mood, and better health outcomes.
"My lifelong insomnia resolved after starting hormone therapy. I fall asleep easily now and wake up feeling refreshed. It's been life-changing!" - Sarah D., Hormone Harmony Clinic Patient
Contact us today for a consultation to discover if hormone optimization is right for your sleep struggles! Mention this post for 10% off your initial testing. We look forward to helping you achieve restful, restorative sleep.