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7. Sleep Disorders

Other sleep disorders can cause insomnia. Two of the most common are sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome. There are three kinds of sleep apnea.

  • Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the throat relax, interrupting breathing.
  • Central sleep apnea results from the brain not sending the proper signals for breathing control.
  • Complex sleep apnea is a combination of the two.

Any of these can lead to difficulty staying asleep. Another sleep disorder, restless leg syndrome, is characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest, which constantly interrupts sleep. Interrupted sleep over a period of time can cause insomnia.

man asleep wearing sleep apnea machine

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