Daily and normal sleep requirement for every individual is around 6 to 7 hours. Most of them may not get sufficient and required amount of sleep due to several reasons. Chronic insomnia is also known as chronic sleep deprivation and is caused when a person does not get the required rest during sleep. This condition can be acute as well chronic at times and may sometimes lead to severe health complications.
Causes
Stress is the most common cause of this condition and it can be due to financial and family responsibilities at work and home. Excess thinking over an issue and anxiety can lead to the condition of sleep deprivation. Undiagnosed medical conditions and mental disorders can also lead to this condition and the following are a few other reasons that are responsible for causing this condition.
- Menopause
- Nightmares
- Mania and
- Insecurity
Symptoms
People suffering from chronic sleep deprivation may experience the following symptoms:
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Sleep during day
- Dizziness
- Body aches
- Lack of energy
- Hallucinations
- Irritability
- Inability to concentrate and
- Delusions
Effects of Sleep Deprivation
- Sleep deprivation may have several negative effects on a person leading to severe health complications.
- This condition can damage the brain and the digestive system.
- He/she may have difficulties in thinking, solving and understanding things.
- They may be at great risk of developing diseases like Schizophrenia or Alzheimer’s, gastrointestinal or digestive disorders, hypertension and obesity problems.
- It can also affect a person’s relations, work and sex life.
Treatment
- It is very important for a person suffering from this condition to identify the symptoms in order to overcome sleep deprivation.
- As stress is the main cause for causing this condition, one should reduce the stress levels with the help of relaxation techniques and stress management programs.
- Change in environment and lifestyle also plays an important in treating this condition.
- Medications can be used to treat insomnia or psychological disorders.
- Consult a doctor immediately if a person still experiences the symptoms.
