Why am I falling asleep so early all of a sudden?

People may fall asleep early because of something else, like depression, alcohol use or sleep apnea. Or they may nap during the day, which makes them wake early in the morning. So, we screen for depression and mood disorders, eliminate daytime napping or treat them for sleep apnea.

Why have I lost sleep lately?

Insomnia. Insomnia, the inability to get to sleep or sleep well at night, can be caused by stress, jet lag, a health condition, the medications you take, or even the amount of coffee you drink. Insomnia can also be caused by other sleep disorders or mood disorders such as anxiety and depression.

What are the reasons for not getting sleep at night?

One of the common causes of disrupted sleep is lifestyle, including any of the following habits:

• Drinking alcohol within four hours of bedtime.
• Eating within a few hours of bedtime.
• Napping too much.
• Consuming too much caffeine.
• Anxiety or depression.
• Enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH).

Is it normal to fall asleep instantly?

If you fall outside of that range, don’t be alarmed. “If it takes you three minutes to fall asleep, but you feel refreshed, you’re probably well-rested,” Dr. Drerup says. “Falling asleep quickly might be normal for you.

Should you stay awake if you wake up early?

“The overall best is if you can wake up naturally because you’re done sleeping,” he said. On the other hand, if you’re waking up early on just a few hours of sleep, you should probably try and squeeze in some more shuteye.

How can temporary loss of sleep affect our body?

If you don’t get enough sleep, your body may not be able to fend off invaders, and it may also take you longer to recover from illness. Long-term sleep deprivation also increases your risk for chronic conditions, such as diabetes mellitus and heart disease.

What is it called when you fall asleep without knowing?

People with narcolepsy fall asleep without warning, anywhere, anytime. For example, you may be working or talking with friends and suddenly you nod off, sleeping for a few minutes up to a half-hour.