Tired all the time: How to tell you you might have a sleep disorder and how to rest better

Insomnia and OSA are two of the most common sleep disorders in Singapore. 15% and 30% of the population suffering from the respective disorder.

Other common sleep disorders include parasomnias (commonly associated with sleepwalking, sleep-talking, and night terrors). narcolepsy (related to daytime sleepiness and falling asleep suddenly or unexpectedly); circadian rhythm disorders (causing the body’s internal clock to get out of sync with the environment); sleep-related movement disorders (restless legs syndrome) Such).

But while patients often know they need to seek professional help for these more devastating conditions, other sleep disorders can manifest in less obvious ways, It is often overlooked.

In general, healthy adults should average about 7-8 hours of sleep each night and wake up feeling rested and alert.

If you have difficulty staying asleep (for example, after going to the bathroom in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep), or if you wake up feeling tired after spending a significant amount of time in bed. If it is common, you may have a sleep disorder and should consult a sleep doctor.

Other warning signs include not falling asleep within 30 minutes of getting into bed, according to The Sleep Foundation. Wake up regularly throughout the night. If you wake up, you have been lying down for more than 20 minutes.

age and gender It may also affect the risk of sleep disorders. general, Men in their 40s to 60s and woman going through menopause Sleep disturbance is likely.

get to the root of the problem

So, can a sleep disorder be cured completely? It all depends on its underlying cause, says Dr. Pandia.

If lifestyle choices are impacting a patient’s sleep quality, it is more likely that a permanent solution will be found. For Dr. Pandia, it’s about changing patients’ habits, such as reading a book instead of watching TV before bed. Alternatively, avoiding coffee or tea after lunch and alcohol too close to bedtime are usually the recommended first actions.