2024-01-04 23:00:47
The list of health problems is too extensive although many times the sleep disorders They are left in the last place of importance. This is a serious error because its impact on the quality of life is direct. In addition, they are also related to a wide variety of diseases. That is why it is worth knowing the current international panorama.
Sleep It is a necessary activity for anyone. It seems logical but the big drawback is that many people do not do it correctly. Its main function is rest both physically and emotionally.
What are the most common sleep disorders?
The inability to rest when sleep or even fall asleep instantly it is quite wide. In accordance with Mayo Clinic There are some problems that are the most common throughout the world.
Insomnia: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep during the night.
Sleep apnea: Having abnormal breathing patterns while you are asleep. There are several types of sleep apnea.
Restless legs syndrome: Type of sleep movement disorder. This syndrome, also called Willis-Ekbom disease, causes an uncomfortable sensation and an urge to move the legs when sleeping.
Narcolepsy: Condition characterized by extreme daytime sleepiness and falling asleep suddenly during the day.
Which countries have the most people suffering from sleep disorders?
On the other hand, the most recent edition of the survey carried out by Statista Consumer Insights identified the countries with the most people diagnosed with sleep-related pathologies over the past 12 months.
What was obtained was that Italy occupies the first position because 42 percent of the population has difficulty sleeping. While then South Africa and France appear with 41 percent each. While immediately below are the United States with 40 percent and Mexico with 38 percent.
Are women predisposed to sleep disorders?
Something that is striking is that in all the countries mentioned, women were more likely than men to have experienced a Sleep disorder. In Italy the difference was particularly prevalent (54 percent of women versus 34 percent of men). In the United States there was a difference of 7 percentage points (43 percent of women versus 36 percent of men).
Now, according to the Sleep Foundationwomen are more likely to experience insomnia. Researchers say this is a result of a combination of sex-based factors, such as hormone production, as well as gender-based differences. Predispositions to certain physical or mental health problems are also cited as possible factors thought to lead to higher rates of insomnia in women.
Tips to sleep well and instantly
Create a schedule to go to bed and wake up at the same time: You must respect it daily so that your circadian rhythm balances. So, when it’s time to sleep, your body will simply want to rest.
Use the bed only to rest: It is not recommended that you use it to go to bed or watch TV because by doing so your body is receiving wrong signals about this space.
Say goodbye to the tablet, smartphone and TV before going to sleep: The ideal is to stop using them at least an hour before going to bed and silence them because they could be great distractions to keep you awake. In addition, the blue light emitted by your screens activates the ganglion cells, which are in the retina and receive information from light, so when in contact with luminous surfaces, they would send a signal to the brain to keep you awake. .
Create a relaxing atmosphere in your room: First you must choose a comfortable bed that suits your needs. You can give it a great plus with ergonomic pillows, thermal blankets and put candles with soft aromas around it.
Avoid caffeinated drinks: The substances it contains alter your body, which prevents a restful sleep.
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