We’ve all heard that getting at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep is essential for our health and well-being. Not getting enough sleep does more than make you feel groggy and grumpy all day long. The long-term effects of sleep deprivation are significant and severe.
Unfortunately, millions of people in the United States suffer from sleep disorders that prevent them from getting proper sleep. According to American Sleep Association, an estimated 50 to 70 million adults in the country have a sleep disorder, with insomnia being the most common disorder.
Apart from making you toss and turn all night long and waking up feeling tired, here are some of the most common long-term effects of insomnia and sleep deprivation on your physical and mental health.
Inability To Concentrate And Memory Issues
A person’s ability to concentrate and think clearly is seriously compromised when they don’t get enough rest. As a result, their creativity and problem-solving skills also suffer along with the ability to retain information. Our brain is programmed to form connections that help a person process and remember information. Not getting enough sleep can cause both short and long-term memory issues.
Increased Risk Of Mental Health Disorders
People with chronic insomnia are at a greater risk of developing mental health issues such as depression and chronic anxiety. Sleep deprivation can have a significant impact on the chemical balance in the body. Not getting proper rest each night can result in chemical imbalance, leading to mood swings, inability to control emotions, and anger issues, which ultimately escalate to mental health disorders.
Weakened Immune System
While you sleep, the body recovers and regenerates. This time is essential for the body to repair itself, and it requires restful sleep to do so. Not getting enough sleep can weaken the body’s natural defense, the immune system, and it can’t protect the body against common viruses that cause flu and the common cold. People with chronic insomnia are more likely to get sick and are more susceptible to various bacteria and viruses due to the weakened immune system.
Overcome Insomnia With Hypnosis
Hypnosis can help bring calm and promote better sleep for people struggling with sleep problems and insomnia. At Blossom Hypnosis, certified and experienced hypnotist Rekha Shrivastava helps her clients overcome anxiety, improve memory, build self-confidence. She also helps them get better control over their lives to reduce the risk of issues such as sleep disorders brought on by chronic stress and anxiety.
Schedule a virtual consultation today and let Rekha help you improve your lifestyle using hypnosis.
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