INSOMNIA: THE CAUSES AND THE EFFECTS

 

Disturbed sleep or insomnia is the bane of modern society plaguing millions around the world. What causes this worrying problem and what effects does it have on us? Do your research and find out. When you are ready, write an essay analyzing your findings.

Circadian rhythm

·         Circadian rhythm https://www.sleepfoundation.org/circadian-rhythm

·         What is the circadian rhythm? https://www.news-medical.net/health/Circadian-Rhythm.aspx

Documentary

·         How to get a good night’s sleep  DW Documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqhSW8miqq8

The major reasons analyzed

·         Blue light has a dark side https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/blue-light-has-a-dark-side

·         Light and circadian rhythms  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU-JzVwx-2M

·         Diet, exercise and sleep https://www.sleepfoundation.org/physical-health/diet-exercise-sleep

·         Anxiety and sleep  https://www.sleepfoundation.org/mental-health/anxiety-and-sleep#:~:text=Anxiety%20is%20frequently%20connected%20to,involving%20insomnia%20and%20anxiety%20disorders.

The major effects analyzed

·         Can poor sleep lead to Alzheimer’s or dementia? https://edition.cnn.com/2017/07/05/health/alzheimers-sleep-dementia-study/index.html  

·         What would happen if you didn’t sleep? https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-would-happen-if-you-didn-t-sleep-claudia-aguirre

·         Cardiovascular disease risk greater in people prone to insomnia https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/aug/19/insomniacs-risk-heart-failure-stroke-study