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Sleep as an Important Indicator of Lifestyle
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Abstract: (2082 Views) |
Background: Sleep is important for health, immune functions and regeneration of the nervous system, and musculoskeletal system; insomnia has many side effects on the body. In this article, we review the sleep mechanism, types of sleep disorders: complications of insomnia and provide practical recommendations for sleep /wake lifestyle modifications. Sleep disorders can be the cause of many diseases. In fact, the root of many problems and diseases are sought to stem from the quality of onesQsleep. Melatonin has excellent effects on improving sleep quality and helps decrease Nocturnal Awakenings and improve the quality of sleep.
Methods: Keywords such as: sleep, sleep disorder, sleep mechanism, sleep Hygiene and healthy Lifestyle were searched in the PubMed database, Scientific Information, national and international scientific sources. Contents collected were analyzed (to present the recommendations).
Results: Several environmental and hereditary factors can cause circadian rhythm disturbances and insomnia. The effects of insomnia on cognitive performance and emotional and physical health are crucial.
Conclusion: An adequate night's sleep has benefits: namely boosting memory, increasing longevity and enhancing immune system function. Sleep/Wake lifestyle modification along with medical advice can significantly improve sleep quality |
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| Keywords: Circadian rhythms, Healthy Lifestyle, Sleep Hygiene, Sleep Wake Disorders |
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Type of Study: Review Article |
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Received: 2021/03/18 | Accepted: 2021/03/18 | Published: 2021/03/18
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