Insomnia: A Silent Killer, types, precautionary measures, and Homeopathic treatment

 Insomnia: A Silent Killer, types, precautionary measures, and Homeopathic treatment

 Introduction

Sleep is a God's gift to man that quiets not only the body but plays a primary role in repairing the brain and organizing memories as well as strengthening the immune system. But when this sleep forsakes the eyes, life begins to feel dull; the mind becomes heavy, and the body goes weak. This then is known as "insomnia," or Insomnia.

In today's fast, pressured, and digital world, insomnia becomes a common yet dangerous problem. Many people find it insignificant enough to ignore this; however, the fact remains that it could become a silent killer.

Types of Insomnia

Insomnia manifests itself in various forms, of which these are the noteworthy types: 

1. Transient Insomnia:

   This is sleep disturbance that lasts for a few days to a week and is usually attributed to mental stress, traveling/external environmental change.

2. Shortterm Insomnia:

   This typically lasts 2 to 4 weeks. Major life events such as job changes or separations from an important person or even the death of a close friend can lead to that.

3. Chronic Insomnia:

   If it extends for months or even years, that has become chronic. This is the worst kind, for it very badly affects physical and mental health.

4. Primary and Secondary Insomnia:

    Primary: This is simply a sleep disorder in itself and not the result of any other ailment.

    Secondary: Thus it comes along with another disease: depression, pain, or allergy.

 Reasons for Insomnia

Numerous reasons are associated with insomnia; they can be classified as below:

 Mental Pressure and Anxiety:

  Exam pressure, financial problems, relationship problems, or workplace pressure could come about in such a way that the mind is prevented from taking rest, affecting sleep.

 Depression:

  Depression or depressed patients sleep a lot, or sometimes just cannot manage to sleep at all.

 Bad Sleep Habits:

  Sleeping late, sleeping during the day, and changing time for sleeping keeps upsetting the natural system of the body.

 Overuse of Caffeine, Tea, Coffee, or Alcohol:

  All of these keep the brain active and prevent sleep.

 Side Effects of Some Drugs: 

  Along with such drugs considering blood pressure or heart disease issues, some mental illnesses can also affect sleep. 

 Other Diseases,: 

  such as arthritis, asthma, migraine, thyroid dysfunctions, etc.

 Use of Mobile Phones and Screens:

  What's more, use of mobile, TV, or a laptop just before sleeping keeps the mind alert and, thus, disturbs the sleep.

 Danger Effects of Insomnia

 Reduction of Mental Function:

  Attention span, decisionmaking, and learning ability go down.

 Weakening of Immunity:

  The body becomes helpless in fighting diseases.

 Heart Diseases:

  Sleeplessness constantly puts pressure on the heart and causes high blood pressure.

 Poor Memory:

  Sleep deprivation affects memory adversely through its effects on cells within the brain.

 Increase or Decrease in Weight: 

  Sleep is disturbed when hormonal balance is disturbed. Thus, this affects metabolism.

 Increased risk of accident:

  It could lead to lifethreatening accidental injury while driving or using machinery due to lack of sleep.

 Preventive Measures and Natural Remedies

Adopting a few simple, effective things for insomnia could work wonders:

 Set a schedule for sleep and waking up

 Use the bed only for sleep

 Switch off screens at least an hour before sleep

 Avoid tea, coffee, or caffeinated drinks at evening

 Have warm milk or honey before bedtime

 Do light physical activity for 30 minutes a day

 Keep the surroundings of the room quiet and dark

 Make it a habit of practicing yoga or meditation

 Homeopathic Treatment for Insomnia

There are many effective medicines for insomnia in homeopathy. Each of these is indicated according to the distinct symptoms of the individual: 

 Coffea Cruda: 

  Insomnia caused by happiness, excitement, or mental stress. 

 Nux Vomica: 

  Insomnia as a result of excessive caffeine, emotional or physical stress, or alcohol consumption. 

 Arsenicum Album: 

  Experiences, with an almost agonized wakefulness at night. 

 Gelsemium: 

  Lack of sleep with apparent physical weakness, lethargy. 

 Passiflora Incarnata: 

  A naturally sedative drug aiding with sleep improvement. 

 Ignatia Amara: 

  Insomnia due to emotional trauma from grief or shock. 

Conclusion

Sleep is not only a comfort; it is a blessing for living. Insomnia is a serious condition that silently undermines physical, psychological, and emotional health. At the onset of symptoms, precautionary measures should be taken immediately, homeopathic treatment sought, and life balanced for a healthy sleep.