Falling Asleep Is Hard
Waking Up Tired
A solid night's sleep should leave you feeling rested and ready to start your day. If you find you frequently wake up feeling just as tired as you did going to bed the night before, you're not getting the deep sleep that you need. This could be a sign of something bigger going on.
Waking Up In the Middle of the Night
Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, with one in 10 Americans suffering from it at any given time. A sure sign of insomnia is waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to get back to sleep.
Daytime Sleepiness
If you're going to bed at a decent time and, as far as you know, sleeping through the night, your daytime sleepiness may be a sign of sleep apnea or a number of other health problems.
Lack of Energy
Nearly 40 percent of Americans suffer hypersomnia at some point, which is either not getting enough sleep or getting too much. The causes range from obesity to stress to grave illness. A major symptom of hypersomnia is feeling a lack of energy in the waking hours.
Can't Concentrate
Lack of sleep can lead to difficulty in concentrating and being easily distracted. But you may not know you're sleeping poorly. If you can't figure out why you've lost your ability to focus (or never had that ability in the first place), you may need to consider your sleep habits and whether you're having problems in the bedroom. (Not THOSE problems!)
Irritability
Sleep disorders can also be the underlying cause of your bad moods. If you're frequently irritable or suffer mood swings that wreak havoc on your quality of life, as well as those around you, you might be suffering the effects of poor sleep due to a sleep disorder.
