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LINKS: ....Bird Flu Info ....Your Memory Enhancer ....Neurotech ....Success Tips ....Free InsomniaInsomnia can be due to many conditions, including medical, psychiatric, or psychological. Insomnia has been linked to anxiety and/or depression, and there is growing proof that insomnia may cause psychiatric problems. Because insomnia has such an effect on mood and performance, it¡¯s important to get treatment. One of the most common causes of insomnia is ¡°restless legs syndrome¡± (RLS). People with RLS experience an uncomfortable sensation and an irresistible urge to move their legs as they begin to fall asleep. RLS is a neurological movement disorder. Because it may cause insomnia, it is sometimes mistaken for a sleep disorder. RLS is common in both men and women, and affects 5 to10 percent of the population. It may begin in childhood, but is more common in adults. It sometimes runs in families. Hormones appear to be a factor for women, as RLS sometimes occurs more often during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause. Up to 27 percent of pregnant women may experience RLS. RLS has been linked to iron deficiency anemia and other neurological disorders. It affects 20 to 40 percent of patients on dialysis due to chronic kidney failure. There is no evidence that RLS is related to any mental problems. HOME...... Brain Food LINKS: ....Medical Dictionary ....Stress Management ....Allergy Info |