Do you have difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep?

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Do you wake up too early feeling unrefreshed?

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You're not alone. It has been estimated that approximately 30% of the adult population complains of insomnia or other sleep disorders at any one time.

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There are three distinct types of insomnia:

 

• Transient insomnia

Insomnia which only lasts a short time, usually as a response to stress, jet lag, or bereavement.

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• Secondary insomnia

Insomnia that is secondary to another issue, e.g. depression, pain, drug abuse, anxiety disorders, etc.

 

• Primary insomnia

Insomnia of unknown causes.

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Insomnia can be experienced in one of three ways:

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• Initial sleep difficulties

You find it difficult to get to sleep when you first go to bed.

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• Intermediate sleep difficulties

You can get to sleep easily, but you wake up during the night and find it difficult to get back to sleep.

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• Early morning awakening

You wake up  early in the morning and can't get back to sleep.

You might often wake up with pessimistic thoughts.

Other sleep disorders can include:

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• Confusional arousals 

• Restless leg syndrome 

• Sleepwalking 

• Teeth grinding (sleep bruxism) 

• Sleep paralysis

• Night terrors 

Sleep disorders are now considered to be one of the most common health complaints. They can seriously affect the physical, mental and emotional functioning of many people. 

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N.B. Sleep disorders and insomnia could be a result of a medical condition so it is important to discuss your issue with a medical professional to rule out any underlying physical cause. 

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“After having sleeping problems and anxiety at night for years, a couple of sessions with Daniel has helped me no end and I’m now no longer anxious at night time and sleeping better than I have ever been. Thank you!” Charlotte.