by Lewis Lawson
Insomnia is not as rare of an occurrence as you might have believed it to be. The foregoing notwithstanding, for the vast majority of sufferers, the bouts of insomnia are few and far between and almost always only temporary in nature. Those suffering with this form of insomnia are able to directly tie it to a life changing event, a worrisome situation, or simply an annoyance that keeps them awake.
Americans who suffer from the kind of insomnia that lasts longer than a few nights here and there, and there are only a small group of them, may struggle with this problem for weeks on end. In some cases, the insomnia may grow so persistent and severe that it will be an ongoing process for months or even years! It is these sufferers who discover the side effects of insomnia first hand.
Before talking about insomnia's side effects, it's important to analyze and determine which type of insomnia the sufferer is experiencing. There are generally three different types, and sufferers usually fall easily into one of the three categories. They may not be able to fall asleep at all, they may be able to get some rest but wake every few hours, or they may sleep and remain asleep for three hours or more but then wake and not be able to fall back asleep.
Individuals suffering from these types of insomnia may reach to the over the counter medicine options for relief. Unfortunately, many of the sleep aids do not address each and every form of insomnia but seem to focus mostly on the inability to fall asleep. Those who fall into the categories that have little problem with getting to sleep may notice that they awaken still, yet in addition to being normally tired, they now also have the drug induced tiredness to contend with.
Headaches and a difficulty in concentration are the most noted side effects by those suffering with insomnia. Combining these two side effects with an overall irritability can produce difficult relationships in both the social and professional world of the insomniac. The insomniac may not want their condition to interfere or relate to their relationships, but it can be nearly impossible most of the time.
When an insomniac's natural energy reserves are depleted, the condition can be quite dangerous. Simple tasks like driving can become dangerous situations. The suffering person may find they are at a much higher risk for being in a traffic accident or even being put at danger as a pedestrian.
Sometimes insomniacs become aware that their insomnia is affecting their personal and professional behavior, and they take unwise action. Often, they may attempt to make up for the lack of sleep, their poor concentration and moody nature by using drugs and other stimulants. Sadly, many of these drugs and stimulants are not healthy and can poorly affect many other possible existing conditions the insomniac may be experiencing.
Often insomniacs will try to get a good night's sleep by "self-medicating" with alcohol or recreational drugs. The danger in this type of practice is incredible for the insomniac and their loved ones. The good news is there are many treatments out there which help those who have trouble sleeping, gain the rest they badly need.
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