In addition, disturbed sleeping patterns can worsen your mental health and exacerbate existing mental illnesses.
Sleep paralysisis another condition that can wreak havoc with your ability to wake up.
Terrifying hallucinations and feelings of dread sometimes accompany it.
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Below are some mental health conditions that may affect your ability to wake up in the morning.
Find out which option is the best for you.
Effective treatments can help, including psychotherapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.
Anxiety
Mental health conditions such asanxietymay also affect your ability to wake up.
Research indicates that around 50% of people with anxiety experience sleep disturbances.
Between 40% and 80% experience hypersomnia during depressive mood episodes.
Research also suggests that sleep disorders are connected to the onset and maintenance of the condition.
Impact on Mental Health
The relationship between sleep and mental health is bidirectional.
Practice Healthy Habits
Sleep issues often benefit from adopting some healthy habits.
Your overall physical health can play a role in the quality and duration of your sleep.
If you struggle with not waking up, it may be time to get help.
There can be many reasons for this, and there is no shame in getting the support you need.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
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