Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder in the adult population, although its prevalence is increasing in childhood and adolescence.
It is characterized by problems in initiating and/or maintaining sleep and/or by the production of unrefreshing sleep, causing significant physical and psychological impairment in the sufferer.
It affects 6-10% of the adult population and has biopsychosocial consequences. In childhood (between 6 months and 5 years of age), clinical data show that about 30% of children have sleep problems or disturbances.
A drastic change is taking place in our lifestyle and many people are currently requesting online therapy for insomnia.
Many have been forced to give up their daily habits, work, not being able to walk, not going outside to exercise and although some are teleworking, their previous daily habits have been modified and have given way to a stage with disordered schedules.
They go to sleep late watching series and movies, connect with people in countries with time differences, among other things.
These disorders provoke changes in our routine: there are those who get up later than they did just a month ago, consequently they have a late breakfast and therefore alter their rhythm of life, opening the way to physical and mental discomfort.
These sudden and unscheduled changes give rise to anxiety, low mood, frustration and difficulties in falling asleep at the right hours, typical of Jet Lag sleep disorder.
Health specialists recommend following a daily routine, getting up at the same time, doing physical exercise every day, applying relaxation techniques, following good eating habits, dressing comfortably but not staying in pajamas, looking out the window at the sky to enhance the distant view, selecting times to watch series and movies and finding times of the day to connect by videoconference with friends or family and thus enhance virtual sociability.
It is also important to encourage reading, writing and drawing, as well as painting mandalas and going to bed at the same time as usual. Following these simple tips will help us to follow an adequate life plan according to the moment we are living in the confinement due to the coronavirus.
If all this is not enough, it is advisable to undergo online therapy for insomnia or attend our online workshop for insomnia during confinement by Covid-19, which is having an excellent acceptance.
Finally, remember that Top Doctors specialists continue to work to take care of your health, even when you are at home. Through the telemedicine service you will be able to solve your doubts without waiting.