Some causes of insomnia

                                                    

·       Psychological: anxiety, stress and depression are common causes of chronic insomnia. Anger, worry, grief, bipolar disorder and trauma also contribute to insomnia

·       Medications: antidepressants, high blood pressure medications, cold and flu medications that contain alcohol, pain relievers that contain caffeine, diet pills

·       Daytime habits: irregular sleep schedule, napping, drinking caffeinated beverages late in the day, heavy meals too close to bedtime, lack of exercise

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Medical: insomnia can be a symptom other sleep disorders, including SLEEP APNEA, restless legs syndrome, and circadian rhythm disturbances tied to jet lag.

*You should definitely be checked if you can’t sleep.  If you have insomnia, it can be a symptom of Sleep Apnea.  Contact Glendora dentist, Dr. Anna Lee, for a free consultation for Sleep Apnea.