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Insomnia is characterized by an inability to sleep and/or to remain asleep for a reasonable period. Insomniacs typically complain of being unable to close their eyes or "rest their mind" for more than a few minutes at a time. Both organic and nonorganic insomnia constitute a sleep disorder [http://www3.who.int/icd/currentversion/fr-icd.htm?gg40.htm+g47. It is oftenly caused by fear, stress, anxiety, medications, herbs or caffeine. An overactive mind or physical pain may also be a cause. Finding the underlying cause of insomnia is usually necessary to cure it.
Types of insomnia
Three different types of insomnia exist. Insomnia may be classified as transient, acute (short-term), and chronic. Insomnia lasting from one night to a few weeks is referred to as transient. This is generally the case for most people, as one often suffers from jet lag or short-term anxiety. If this form of insomnia continues to occur from time to time, the insomnia is classified to be intermittent. Acute insomnia is the inability to consistently sleep well for a period of three weeks to six months. However, after this time, the person does not experience insomniatic episodes. Insomnia is considered to be chronic, the most serious, if it persists almost nightly for at least a month, and sometimes longer.
Common causes of insomnia
A person can have primary or secondary insomnia. Primary insomnia is sleeplessness that is not attributable to a medical or environmental cause. Secondary insomnia means that a person is having sleep problems because of something else, such as a health condition, an example of which would be generalized anxiety disorder. More on [ Insomnia ]
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Putting sleep ads to bedBoston Globe, United States - 25 minutes agoIwicki has said growth in the insomnia market has slowed and is likely to grow in the single digits this year. The company said growth has slowed because of ...
Learning To Shape Your Brain Activity - Science Daily (press release)
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Learning To Shape Your Brain ActivityScience Daily (press release) - 23 hours agoISC might thus be considered a promising non-pharmacological treatment for primary insomnia. This study allowed participants to "shape their own brain ...
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Insomnia linked to depression and substance abuse during adolescence - News-Medical.net
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Insomnia linked to depression and substance abuse during adolescenceNews-Medical.net, Australia - Oct 1, 2008A unique new study has linked adolescent insomnia to depression and substance abuse during adolescence and young adulthood. The researchers say adolescent ...
Adolescent insomnia linked to depression and substance abuse ... - Eureka! Science News
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Adolescent insomnia linked to depression and substance abuse ...Eureka! Science News, Canada - Oct 1, 2008A study in the Oct. 1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that adolescent insomnia symptoms are associated with depression, suicide ideation and attempts, ...Sleep troubles in teens can lead to drug use and poor mental health CBC.caall 2 news articles
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Spice rack: Insomnia Cookies, browniesSU The Daily Orange (subscription), NY - Oct 1, 2008By Kelly Outram, Stephanie Musat The Daily Orange features staff analyzes 12 of Insomnia Cookies' finest cookies and brownies. Ranking each goodie from one ...
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A Good Night's Sleep - Chances are, your sleep patterns have been disrupted by your divorce. Here are some suggestions on how to restore the balance.
A Guidebook to Insomnia - Includes the causes, cures, the types, misconceptions, a quiz, forum and related information.
AAFP - Find an article entitled: Chronic Insomnia: A Practical Review. From American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians - Find a publication entitled: Insomnia: Assessment and Management in Primary Care.
American Insomnia Association - Information from AIA, a patient-based organization that is dedicated to assisting and providing resources to individuals who suffer from insomnia.
Clinical Trials.gov. - Yoga as a treatment for insomnia. Find the purpose of the trial, start and end dates, and eligibility.
CNN.com: Counting Sheep No Aid to Insomnia - Insomniacs are more likely to fall asleep by imagining a relaxing scene than by counting sheep, scientists have found.
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Cure Insomnia - Clinical psychologist, Dr. Thomas Yarnell, describes 20 ways to get rid of insomnia now and wake up refreshed, rested and alert.
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Diagnosis Of Chronic Insomnia - Article noting the importance of primary care physicians in the diagnosis of insomnia.
Dr. Zeff's Healing Insomnia Program - Home study course using audio tapes and guide to help alleviate insomnia.
eMedicine Health - Insomnia - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of insomnia.
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Fatal Familial Insomnia Families Association: Prion Disease - Provides history of this rare disease, clinical features, research, news, links, support, and a forum.
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FDA: Sleepless Society - Article published by FDA Consumer magazine (July-Aug 1998) on the millions of Americans that undersleep by choice, and the effects of their sleep deprivation on productivity and health.
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FDA: Tossing and Turning No More: How to Get a Good Night's Sleep - Article published by FDA Consumer magazine (July-Aug 1998) on possible causes of insomnia, and various suggestions on overcoming the roadblocks to sleep.
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Getsomesleep.com - Learn more about sleep, also includes information on insomnia.
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HealthLink MCW - Offers a question and answer concerning help for insomnia.
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Insomnia - Hypertext graphical poem created by Steve L. Wilson and Austin poet David Jewell.
Insomnia - A twenty year chronic insomniac's personal journey to find a solution to when conventional treatment did not help.
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Insomnia Information - Provides information, articles and links.
Insomnia? 30 Simple Tips to Help You Get to Sleep - Tips include avoiding naps, deep breathing, and progressive relaxation.
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Insomnia? Just Go To Sleep and Forget About It - A resource of different techniques for getting a good night's sleep.
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Kestrel Sleep Diagnostics - Visit this site for information on sleep disorders, and diagnostic testing. Participate in our self-scoring survey.
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Offer facts about insomnia, a four-page brochure that discusses insomnia and how it is treated
National Women's Health Center Insomnia Page - Insomnia related information as well as ways to combat this disorder.
Online Reference For Health Concerns - Insomnia and daytime sleepiness - diagnosis and treatment information.
Reuters Health - Comprehensive source of information about this condition in which presents the sensation of daytime fatigue and impaired performance caused by insufficient sleep
ShutEye.com - Information and advice on many aspects of sleep problems.
Meta Description: [ For people with sleep problems, Shuteye.com offers an abundance of sleep tips and information about insomnia, sleep disorders, sleep aids, overcoming sleeplessness, and more. ]
Sleep Insomnia Program - Information, links, and suggestions for cures.
SleepNet - Offers detailed information about insomnia.
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SoYouWanna Cure Your Insomnia? - Damn those sheep and that fence! A step-by-step article providing advice on how to combat insomnia.
Talk about Sleep, Inc. - Sleep disorder community providing authoritative sleep information and live sleep disorder support: news, chat rooms, message boards, and articles.
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University of Cambridge Counselling Service - Presents detailed information about insomnia.
Wikipedia - Offers information about insomnia, its treatments and removal of causes.
Yoga Site Inc. - Offers an article authored by Carrie Angus, M.D. entitled; Bedtime blues: what to do when you can't sleep.
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