Poor sleep quality - Rejuvenate Clinic

What is Poor Sleep Quality?

Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is insufficient or disrupted in some way, leading to daytime fatigue and impairment. A few key signs of poor quality sleep include:

• Difficulty falling asleep: Tossing and turning for a long time before you finally doze off.
• Frequent waking during the night: Waking up several times overnight and having trouble falling back asleep.
• Not feeling rested upon waking: You wake up still feeling exhausted, even if you got the "right" number of hours of sleep.
• Daytime tiredness or sleepiness: You feel lazy, sluggish, and unable to focus and stay alert throughout the day.

What causes poor sleep quality? Several factors can interfere with getting high-quality sleep, including:

• Stress and anxiety: Worries or racing thoughts keep you stimulated and prevent your brain from settling down at night.
• Medical conditions: Sleep disorders, chronic pain conditions, asthma, heartburn, and more.
• Lifestyle and environment: Insomnia, interruptions (kids/pets), light or noise disruptions, uncomfortable bedroom, inconsistent sleep schedule.

Poor quality sleep has significant negative effects on both physical and mental health. Some key impacts include:

• Increased inflammation
• Higher risk for chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease
• Weight gain
• Weakening of the immune system
• Memory loss and decline in cognitive function
• Increased risk of depression and anxiety
• Accident proneness
• Lack of motivation

So in summary, poor sleep quality reduces the restorative benefits of sleep and leaves you fatigued during the day. Recurring issues with sleep quality should be addressed through lifestyle changes and possible medical or psychological treatment, as poor sleep takes a heavy toll over time. Prioritizing good sleep hygiene and habits is crucial for overall health and well-being.