Insomnia is a condition in which a person will be having trouble in getting good sleep. The term “Anidrata” is used in texts of ayurveda to describe this condition.
Causes of Insomnia:
Psycological causes like Depression, anxiety, stress etc
Medications like steroids, diuretics, blood pressure medications etc.
Diseases like asthma, cancer, persistant body pain etc.
Sleep disorders like sleep apnea
According to ayurveda Insomnia is caused due to fear, anxiety, anger, over exertion (physical and psychological) , fasting, uncomfortable bed, diseases like colic pain etc. Panchakarma which has not been performed methodically may also lead to insomnia. Vitiated vata causes sleeplessness.
Effects of Insomnia:
Inadequate sleep causes
Fatigue
Lowered energy levels
Delayed reflexes.
Ability to learn, remember and concentrate are affected
