If no sleep comes: nights of hell for 1 in 4 Italians – Donnamoderna

Table of Contents

• 1 Types of sleep disorders
• 2 Insomnia: one in four Italians suffer from it
• 3 Geographical differences: in the south we sleep less
• 4 Young people sleep one hour less than those over 65
• 5 Seasonal change and insomnia
• 6 Take care of tools and physical activity before sleep
• 7 Nutrition to improve sleep
• 8 Use natural remedies for sleep
• 9 Melatonin: a recent dosage study
• 10 When insomnia becomes a serious problem
• 11 **What are some specific ⁤cultural factors or lifestyle habits unique to⁤ Italy that may contribute ⁢to‍ the rise in sleep disorders, and​ how can these be addressed? **

In Italy 12 million people meet every day at fight with sleep disorders. A phenomenon that is especially strengthened during seasonal changes, a time in which the body struggles to adapt to new rhythms. The latest statistics confirm thisItalian Society of Sleep Medicine (Aims). Insomnia, hypersomnia and other disorders are increasingly widespread and have a negative impact on the quality of life not only for adults and the elderly, but also for young people.

Types of sleep disorders

It is not just one sleep disorder, but a galaxy of problems. theItalian association of patients with sleep apneawhich is part of the Rare Diseases Alliance, has drawn up a complete list, which includes the most common problems such as insomnia, hypersomnia, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, leg syndrome, narcolepsy and sleep paralysis.

Insomnia: one in four Italians suffer from it

According to the latest data fromItalian Society of Sleep Medicine (Aims)one in four adults and one in five young people have insomnia problems. Women are the most affected: around 60% suffer from it in a temporary or chronic form.

Geographical differences: in the south we sleep less

From the statistics of Goals it appears that it is 30% of Italians sleep less than 6 hours per night. The problem is not the same across the country. Sleep disorders particularly affect the south of Italy, where the average hours of sleep are significantly lower. In Puglia and Sicilyfor example, we sleep on average only 6.6 hours per night, in Calabria 6.7 hours and in Basilicata 6.8. Conditions improve moving up the peninsula, with the central and northern regions recording higher averages: in Parade we arrive at 7 o’clock, in Umbria e Tuscany at 7.1 and 7.2 hours. There Glen Aosta set the record with 7.5 hours, and then Trentino with 7.4 and from Lombardy at 7,3.

Young people sleep one hour less than those over 65

The difficult relationship with sleep affects different generations differently. Report fromNational Observatory of Health in the Regions Italian studies have shown that young people between the ages of 18 and 24 sleep, on average, one hour less than those over 65 (6 hours and 40 minutes compared to 7 hours and 40 minutes). A difference that could reflect increasingly busy and stressful lifestyles.

Seasonal change and insomnia

As he says Camilla Pizzoni, Director of Research at Pool Pharma“Insomnia worsens during the change of season as well because the habits and balance of the circadian rhythm change which is adapted to the habits and times of summer. In addition to other contributing factors, the resumption of daily commitments means that the body has to adapt to the change in the rhythms of the day.”

Take care of tools and physical activity before sleep

Among the most effective solutions to reset the correct rhythm, it is important keep the same hours go to sleep and wake up in the morning, avoid screens (TV, PC, smartphone) in the last hour before bed and don’t physical activity too close to rest time. Sport, even if it is healthy for the body, should not be practiced immediately before going to bed: adrenaline overloads the nervous system and accelerates the heart rate, making it harder fall asleep

Nutrition to improve sleep

Even theNutrition plays a vital role in good sleep. “A common mistake – explains Pizzoni – eat too late at nighta habit that is created in the summer months. Going to bed still stressed, with digestion not quite ready, can make the night more difficult. Nutritionists give advice have dinner before 7 p.m and make the evening meal the lightest person of the day.”

Use natural remedies for sleep

Some natural remedies, such as chamomile or lavendera, help to promote relaxation. “According to a person’s age, habits, work needs (think of shift workers for example) or times of particular frustration, the formulations – specifies Pizzoni – aim to help solve certain temporary problems“, adds Pizzoni.

Melatonin: a recent dosage study

To fight insomnia, there may be one way take melatonin. Research by the University of Pisa find that this substance is most effective when taken three hours before bedtime, with a dose of 4 milligrams per day.

When insomnia becomes a serious problem

When insomnia persists it is essential not to give up. If home and natural remedies do not produce the results you want, Pizzoni recommends consulting a doctor. “Anyone who turns to the pharmacist and supplements must set a time limit– emphasizes the pupil – if you do not get results within a few weeks it is important contact your doctor to investigate the causes of insomnia. The approach should always be aimed at solving the causes of the problem rather than treating the symptoms.”