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## What Is Insomnia / Sleep Disturbance ??​

Sleeping for eight hours straight is seen as healthy.

The inability to go asleep or wake up from sleep for no obvious reason is known as insomnia. An issue known as insomnia arises when a person is physically tired, has no physical illness, but nonetheless finds it difficult to fall asleep on their own.

In today’s world, insomnia has become a major psychological problem. A recent poll indicates that one in five people have trouble falling asleep

These considerations have led to an increase in the usage of tranquillizers and sleeping pills.

## How Much Sleep Is Necessary?

Newborns require 16 to 17 hours of sleep per day since it is crucial for the development of their brains.

Children between the ages of ten and twelve require nine to ten hours of sleep per night. This keeps his mind sharp and engaged in his schoolwork and other pursuits.

An adult needs six to seven hours of sleep per night. Getting at least six hours of sleep without interruptions allows one to wake up the following day with maximum vitality and energy.

Elderly people over 60 must have seven hours of sleep per night in addition to one to two hours in the afternoon.

## Insomnia May Be Classified Into The Following Categories

Short Sleep

After sleeping for about two to three hours, a person wakes up. After being awakened, these individuals cannot go back to sleep.

Raw Sleep

These individuals have no trouble falling asleep, but their sleep disappears two to three hours after they do.
Sleep returns when he tosses and turns on the bed for an hour or two. People who experience this pattern all night long wake up worn out, miserable, and lethargic

A Lack of Proper Sleep

These folks have trouble falling asleep.
These individuals sit or toss and turn in bed for the whole night.
The person is not conscious that they have slept for even an hour or two. Such an individual is prone to depression or other mental illnesses.

## Symptoms of Insomnia​

Having trouble falling asleep, having trouble staying asleep, often awakening during the night Not feeling rejuvenated following a night’s slumber having too many thoughts, being exhausted all day, and being agitated Experiencing horrible or terrible dreams Having trouble focusing or remembering things fretting all the time about whether you’ll get any sleep at all at night.

## What Causes Sleep Problem??

Causes Of Insomnia

Stress
Tension
Anxiety

The most common and significant cause of insomnia is stress/anxiety. In today’s fast-paced world, stress levels are rising constantly, especially for college students who are male and female. According to a study, 70% of people who have sleeplessness are under stress or strain.

## Mental Disorders

Sleeplessness is a prominent indicator of mental illnesses like depression, schizophrenia, addiction, etc. These kinds of mental diseases are linked to more serious and persistent sleep issues

#### Bad Lifestyle

Sleep is severely hampered by alcohol consumption, cigarette smoking, marijuana use, and other intoxicants.

#### Consumption of Medicine

Numerous pharmaceutical medications may disrupt your sleep.

#### Pregnancy and Menopause

Menopause and pregnancy are the two main causes of sleeplessness in women.

#### Chronic Physical Conditions

Sleeplessness is associated with obesity, persistent headaches, back discomfort, heart disease, asthma, hyperactive thyroid, and Parkinson’s disease.

#### Mental Disorders

##### Treatment with medication :

Most people with insomnia need to take medicine for a while. Without medication, insomnia, particularly that linked to mental illness, does not get better. However, patients are reluctant to take sleeping drugs because of ignorance and false beliefs about them. One such myth is that prescription drugs might become addictive. This belief is false. Short-term use of sleep aids does not lead to the formation of habits.

The only persons who are more prone to develop a drug dependency on sleeping medications are those who take them for six months or longer. Since most cases of insomnia cannot be resolved without treatment, tranquilizers are among the most extensively accessible OTC drugs worldwide. However, there is a higher risk of overdosing when sleeping medications are taken without a prescription and without medical supervision.

##### Medicines commonly used for insomnia :

#### Tranquilizers or Sedatives

These are the most widely prescribed medications for sleeplessness worldwide, and many pharmacies sell them over the counter. LORAZEPAM, CLONAZEPAM, ALPRAZOLAM, and other medications are among them.
These medications are helpful for people who have difficulty falling asleep. It is not recommended to use these medications without a doctor’s advice

#### Drugs of Z – Group

Following fresh study, these medications have just entered the market. One advantage of these medications is that they lessen the hangover impact. Thus, patients have no trouble rising in the morning.

3.These medications include ESZOPICLONE, ZOPICLONE, and ZOLPIDEM. Additional medications include antidepressants (TRAZODONE, DOXEPINE), anti-melatonin receptor medications (RAMELTEON), etc.

## How To Get Back To Sleep?

Our psychologist primarily uses cognitive behaviour therapy to help patients sleep better.

#### Stimulus-control Technique

This method’s primary goal is to establish harmony between sleep and bedtime.
The bed should only be used for sleeping, just as we only use the dining table for eating and the couch for watching TV, getting breakfast, and using cell phones.
Making the brain realize that lying in bed is directly associated to sleep is the major goal of this technique. Thus, sleep quality has improved.

#### Sleep Hygienet

Take a shower in either cold or hot water before bed.
Avoid consuming high-fat snacks and stimulant-containing beverages two hours before to going to bed. Keep the bedroom’s lighting dim. Refrain from operating the equipment loudly.
After sleeping for 15 to 20 minutes, if you still can’t fall asleep, get out of bed and go back to bed when your eyes start to get heavy again.

#### Relaxion Technique

Before going to bed, try yoga or other relaxation techniques to clear your mind and stop thinking. (Discover relaxation techniques) Taking a drink of honey, nutmeg, curdled milk, or fennel syrup prior to bedtime aids in promoting sleep.
Prior to bed, listening to calming, melodic music also promotes better sleep.

# How We Can Help!

Taking the first step towards mental health wellness is crucial. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and start your journey to better mental health. We are here to help you every step of the way.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

- ### Who is psychiatrist, and what do they do ?

  Psychiatrists are specialists in mental health who use various techniques to diagnose, treat, and support individuals with mental illnesses. They can prescribe medications, unlike other mental health professionals who mainly offer talk therapies and support.

- ### When should you consult a psychiatrist?

  If any negative mood state, anxiety, insomnia, appetite change, emotional disturbance, substance dependence, or any other symptom affecting thought, mood, or sleep persists for more than two weeks, you should consult a psychiatrist. Conversely, any symptoms causing acute distress should not be ignored and should be discussed with your doctor.

- ### Are psychiatric medicines addictive ?

  It's a myth that psychiatrists prescribe medicines to make patients sleep throughout the day and that these medicines will cause dependence that patients can never overcome. Barring a few exceptions, most psychiatric medications are non-sedative. Irregular treatments, self-modulation of doses, and irregular lifestyles can hamper your treatment. Psychiatric medications taken under the supervision of a psychiatrist are not addictive.

- ### Is lifelong medication necessary once I initiate treatment?

  Treatment duration is influenced by various factors, including your diagnosis, the seriousness of your condition, how long you've experienced symptoms, any other medical conditions you have, and how consistently you adhere to treatment plans. It's important not to stigmatize psychiatric illnesses and to actively seek the help you need.

- ### Is it wise to seek professional advice from a psychiatrist regarding sexual concerns?

  Seeking help from a psychiatrist for sex-related issues is important because over 75% of such problems stem from psychological stress, performance anxiety, or fear of failure. Only a qualified psychiatrist can provide proper treatment, unlike unqualified practitioners or self-proclaimed experts. It's crucial to opt for scientific solutions rather than falling prey to quacks, fake hakims, or babas.

- ### What treatments options do psychiatrist offers ?

  Psychiatrists offer a range of treatment options including pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), as well as other empirically supported therapies. They may also recommend support networks, coping strategies, and lifestyle adjustments. In some cases, treatments such as Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy, biofeedback therapy, and Virtual Reality Therapy might be suggested as well.

- ### Why choose Dr. Pradip Dalsaniya as psychiatrist?

  Dr. Pradip Dalsaniya stands out as one of the youngest consultant psychiatrists in Rajkot, holding an M.D. degree in psychiatry. With over a decade of experience across various regions of Gujarat, he has effectively addressed numerous chronic and challenging psychiatric cases. Dr. Dalsaniya is renowned for his exceptional counseling abilities, humility, enthusiasm, and attentive listening skills.

- ### Is gaming or using smartphone too much, an issue?

  Social media, online games, gambling, texting – a smartphone has put up on our fingers too many options to explore. Commonly screen time should not be more than 1 hour/Day.

  Our use of smartphone is an addictive behaviour & in generations to come this will be for sure a bigger addicted to this than any substance.

- ### Is marriage in a person with mental illness possible?

  There are more than 300 psychiatric diagnosis. As per the severity, available treatment and good rehabilitation of patient they can lead a normal life. Most of the psychiatric illness have no issues in marriage. But if you are suffering from any such illness or your chosen partner is found to be suffering, contact your nearby psychiatrist to understand the viability.

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