Worried about her child's entrance exams, the mother had to be hospitalized after many sleepless nights.

(Dan Tri Newspaper) - With her child's entrance exam approaching at the same time she was promoted to manager, a 40-year-old woman in Hanoi became worried and gradually lost sleep. At first, she slept 4-5 hours a night, but then she spent many nights almost completely awake.

Severe insomnia leading to a fear of sleep.

On the afternoon of June 9th, sharing at a workshop on sleep disorders organized by the Institute of Mental Health, Bach Mai Hospital, Dr. Pham Cong Huan said that a 40-year-old female patient from Hanoi , PTB, was admitted to the hospital after a long period of fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and many sleepless nights.

Ms. B. said that she had never experienced sleep problems before. However, recently, with her child facing stressful entrance exams and her own promotion to a managerial position, she has been worried about her child's studies while also focusing on her own work, so she often stays up late, not going to sleep until after midnight.

Doctor Hue examines a patient suffering from insomnia (Photo: The Anh).

From sleeping only 4-5 hours a night, she gradually found it difficult to fall asleep, tossing and turning, only sleeping 2-3 hours, and then many nights almost completely sleepless. As a result, every morning she felt very tired, had difficulty concentrating, was irritable, affecting both her work and her childcare.

However, Ms. B. was unaware that she had a sleep disorder. It wasn't until her husband and children encouraged her to see a doctor that she was admitted to the hospital for inpatient treatment. She shared that she dreaded going to bed at night, tossing and turning all night waiting for dawn, while during the day she felt lethargic and unable to concentrate due to fatigue.

As for male patient TVH, he experienced anxiety leading to insomnia after switching to a new job. From being a truck driver, he switched to driving a car, requiring attention to attire, punctuality, etc., which caused him anxiety and insomnia, leaving him constantly feeling uneasy.

Insomnia - a disease of our time

According to Dr. Doan Thi Hue, a specialist at the Institute of Mental Health, insomnia is the most common sleep disorder.

It is estimated that up to one-third of the population complains of insomnia; however, only a limited number are aware of the risk and seek medical treatment.

In Vietnam, there is no comprehensive data on insomnia, but the number of patients seeking treatment for sleep disorders is increasing, yet only about 15% receive treatment.

According to Doctor Hue, insomnia can affect anyone, including men and women, students, the elderly, and those who frequently consume stimulants such as alcohol and coffee.

According to Specialist Doctor Doan Thi Hue, the symptoms of insomnia include:

- Difficulty falling asleep (over 30 minutes).

- Restless sleep, easily awakened.

- Waking up in the middle of the night, waking up too early.

- Unrefreshing sleep.

Insomnia leads to fatigue, constant daytime sleepiness, irritability, reduced concentration, decreased work performance, anxiety about sleep, and the use of stimulants to stay awake.

According to Doctor Hue, many people who can't sleep at night try to catch up on sleep during the day, which is a completely wrong idea. It creates a vicious cycle, leading to insomnia again at night due to excessive daytime sleepiness.

To prevent insomnia, people should maintain a regular routine, going to bed and waking up at a consistent time. In addition, they should exercise for at least 30 minutes each day and reduce stimulants. Creating a cool, quiet bedroom environment is also important.

When experiencing warning signs of insomnia, it's advisable to see a doctor for proper diagnosis and timely treatment. Self-medicating or stopping medication without a doctor's prescription can have serious consequences.

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