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Why do I wake up in the middle of the night feeling restless?
Poor sleep habits, which are part of sleep hygiene, are a common cause of insufficient or low-quality sleep. Having an inconsistent sleep schedule, using electronic devices in bed, and eating too late at night are examples of habits and routines that can lead to restless sleep.
Is it normal to wake up in the middle of the night?
Waking up in the middle of the night is normal. Most of us experience mini-awakenings without even noticing them—up to 20 times per hour. When it comes to observable wake-ups, most people have about two or three per night.
What to do if you can’t sleep in the middle of the night?
How to go back to sleep after waking up in the middle of the night
- Get rid of bright lights or loud sounds.
- Get out of bed and move.
- Avoid staring at the clock.
- Avoid checking your phone or other screens.
- Meditate or try breathing exercises.
- Relax your muscles.
- Keep your lights off.
- Focus on something boring.
Is waking up in the middle of the night bad for You?
According to Dr. Zielinski, waking up in the middle of the night, even once, limits the time you spend in the deep and rapid eye movement (REM) phases of sleep, which he says “never lets your body totally relax.” Consequently, “there’s some musculoskeletal issues because your muscles start to tighten and tense as you awaken.”
Why do I wake up every few hours every night?
Most people wake up once or twice during the night. Reasons this might happen include drinking caffeine or alcohol late in the day, a poor sleep environment, a sleep disorder, or another health condition. When you can’t get back to sleep quickly, you won’t get enough quality sleep to keep you refreshed and healthy.
Is it normal to wake up early in the morning?
Waking up between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. and not being able to fall back asleep is the most common symptom of middle insomnia. Those times are the average. If you wake up early on purpose to start your day, then that’s not the same as middle insomnia. That’s just having a tough schedule!
Why can’t I sleep in the middle of the night?
Another medical condition, restless leg syndrome, is when you have an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually to relieve pain or tingling. As you can imagine, both of these conditions can cause you to experience the phenomenon known as “ middle insomnia ,” or not being able to stay asleep in the middle of the night.