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Causes of Insomnia

Substance abuse; such as smoking, excessive intake of sugar, caffeine, alcohol and recreational drugs

Disruption of circadian rhythms; such as shift work

Uncomfortable and unusual sleeping environment

Psychiatric and neurological conditions; such as depression, manic depressive disorder, restless leg syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder

Biological factors; due to advancement in age, the internal biological clock that regulate sleep creeps slightly forward, compelling most senior citizens sleep earlier and wake up early

Sleep disordered breathing; sleep apnea

Chronic illness; congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart burn, prostatic problems, menopause, diabetes and hyperthyroidism.Excessive computer work or watching television

Use of certain medicines; long term use of decongestants, bronchodilators and beta blockers

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Uploaded on October 11, 2021