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Sleeping Disorders Are Extremely Common And Often Overlooked
Sleep has a great impact on our overall wellbeing. To live life with full vitality, vigor, and to keep illnesses under control – a good night’s sleep is as essential as good food.
The telltale signs of sleep disorders are varied and range from trouble falling asleep, feeling tired throughout the day, falling asleep while working, snoring, depression, and not feeling well rested after waking up. Are you experiencing any of these?
Approximately one third of all Americans, more than 100 million people, complain about poor sleep that disturbs daily routine and the ability to function with full concentration and energy. The irony is that 90% of sleep disorder cases remain undiagnosed and untreated.
Lack of quality sleep has a negative impact on our energy, emotional balance, productivity and health. Sleep helps the body regain vital energy as well as sustain some of the resources our immune systems require to ensure a happy and healthy quality of life!
Prevalence Of Sleep Disorders In The U.S.
Out of the many Americans suffering from sleep disorders at least half suffer from chronic, long-term sleep disorders while the remainder experience occasional sleep problems – making sleep apnea as common as Asthma! Roughly three out of four American adults report experiencing poor sleep a few nights each week or more. At least a quarter of all men suffer from some form of sleep apnea. Women are more likely to suffer from sleep apnea post-menopause. More than one in three individuals are so sleepy during the day that it interferes with daily activities.
(Date Source: National Sleep Foundation.)
Are you suffering from a sleep disorder? Learn more about signs and symptoms or take our quick online symptom checker test.
The Ill Effects Of Sleep Disorders
Sleep-related disorders lead to a large number of health risks, some of them life-threatening, such as asthma, stroke, depression, mental disorders, confusion and frustration, hypertension, obesity, heart failure, diabetes, lack of focus, loss of work productivity, learning and memory difficulties, and sexual dysfunction among others. There’s hope because sleep disorders can be diagnosed and treated. You can get your sleep and health back. Needless to say, if you suspect that you suffer from a sleep disorder, you should bring it to the attention of your doctor. A qualified sleep doctor will be able to answer any questions as well as explore your options for proper diagnosis and treatment. Furthermore, sleep disorder management can help improve the health of patients who suffer from other medical conditions.
Learn more about types of sleep disorders and treatment options.
