Symptoms and harms of insomnia
Insomnia refers to the inability to fall asleep or poor sleep quality, which lasts for more than three months and has a significant impact on daily life. Common symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, waking up easily, waking up multiple times during the night, and waking up early. Insomnia can cause people to feel sleepy during the day, have trouble concentrating, have low mood and even depression. Long-term insomnia may also increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, reduced immune function, and cognitive decline.
Herbal medicine treats insomnia
Many people use herbal medicine to treat insomnia and have achieved certain results. Among them, the most representative ones are Anshen Bu Nao tablets, berberine granules and chrysanthemum tea.
Anshen Bu Nao Tablets are formulated from traditional Chinese medicines such as wolfberry, Atractylodes, and dried hawthorn. It has the effect of calming and calming the nerves. This product is scientifically proven to be effective in improving sleep quality.
Berberine granules are mainly made from Chinese medicinal materials such as skullcap, coptis and gardenia. It can clear away heat, detoxify, calm and soothe the nerves, and has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on insomnia.
Chrysanthemum tea is a traditional Chinese herbal drink that is widely used among the people to treat insomnia. Chrysanthemum has the effects of clearing the liver, improving eyesight, calming and calming the nerves. Regular drinking can improve sleep quality.
Adjust bedtime habits
People’s behaviors and habits before falling asleep will directly affect the quality of sleep. Therefore, adjusting good bedtime habits is very important for treating insomnia.
Establishing a regular work and rest time is the most critical point. Keeping the same wake-up and bedtime times every day helps your body establish a natural mechanism for falling asleep.
Avoiding excessive use of electronic devices is also one of the things that must be paid attention to. The blue light emitted by electronic products inhibits the secretion of melatonin and puts the brain in a state of high alertness. Therefore, it is best to avoid using mobile phones, tablets and other devices near bedtime.
Performing relaxing activities can also help you fall asleep. For example, taking a hot bath, listening to soft music, or taking deep breaths can relax your body and mind, making it easier to fall asleep.
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely used method in the treatment of insomnia. It adjusts sleep behavior by changing people\'s understanding and attitude towards insomnia and helps restore regular and healthy sleep.
CBT mainly includes steps such as listening to patients’ expressions, understanding their concepts about insomnia, and teaching them effective coping strategies. Through these steps, patients can gradually establish correct sleep beliefs and normal bedtime expectations, thereby reducing anxiety and the vicious cycle of insomnia to a certain extent.
Medical intervention
If methods such as herbal medicine, adjusting work and rest habits, and cognitive behavioral therapy cannot effectively alleviate the insomnia problem, medical intervention may be one of the necessary options.
Before taking medical intervention, a professional doctor should be consulted for appropriate advice. Depending on the patient\'s specific condition, the doctor may recommend prescription medications. Commonly used medications include sedatives, anxiolytics, and antidepressants.
It should be noted that medical intervention should only be carried out under the guidance of professional doctors, and correct medication methods and dosages need to be followed. Abuse or long-term dependence on medications for insomnia may pose other health risks.
The best home remedies for insomnia vary from person to person, and everyone responds differently to different treatments. Choosing an appropriate and effective treatment requires comprehensive consideration of individual differences, underlying causes, and feasibility. If self-adjustment is ineffective or the situation is serious, please consult a professional psychological counselor or seek medical help in a timely manner.
