What happens when you oversleep?

Sleep is very much important to keep ourselves fresh both in terms of body and mind.Good link shared with us,Neetu.

Sleep has been proven to assist in many psychological functions of the body. For example, many individuals have found that when they get enough rest, they are able to think more clearly, and stay focused. Many even lay claim that by receiving the right amount of rest, they are able to remember things more effectively.

In addition to this, sleep plays a vital role in the prevention of depression and other types of mental illnesses. Individuals that are well rested are found to be more energetic in the body, as well as the mind. Furthermore, confidence levels are increased and there is less likelihood for stress to pose a heavy burden on one who sleeps regularly and without disruption.

I think there is no time for oversleep, normal sleep is enough, it is good to know thanks for providing Neetu... :)

Another good link for which I thank,Neetu! Very good information on sleep!

There is a concept called as "Power Nap" in some of the offices. They allow the employee to sleep for some time as they believe a small nap will provide more freshness and activeness which in turn will increase the productivity.

Thanks Neetu for the thread on Sleep.People will go mad without sleep.

Donno what happens...Feeling sleepy now... Will let you all know tomorrow what happened to me... :P :P ;)

Ok Deepti Good Night...

Dont miss your precious sleep.. :)

Thanks again Neetu for taking care of everyone's health!! Good and useful informartion!

thanks for this article keep it up now i will take care of my sleeping cycle.

Deepti, Hope you a had a deep,dreamless,sleep. :P :P :P

Thanks for the link Neetu. I was never happy oversleeping. This link has alerted me. :)

another important piece of information from neetu, thanks for sharing..

On clicking the link, I get news of phone tapping and there is nothing about over sleeping,

What is oversleep? To me, it appears that when you feel like getting up but lazily remain in bed, this is oversleep.

Physical Side Effects of Oversleeping

Medical Problems Linked to Oversleeping ...

Headaches. For some people prone to headaches, sleeping longer than usual on a weekend or vacation can cause head pain. Researchers believe this is due to the effect oversleeping has on certain neurotransmitters in the brain, including serotonin. People who sleep too much during the day and disrupt their nighttime sleep may also find themselves suffering from headaches in the morning.

Back pain. There was a time when doctors told people suffering from back pain to head straight to bed. But those days are long gone. You do need to curtail your regular exercise program when you are experiencing back pain. But doctors now realize the health benefits of maintaining a certain level of activity. And they recommend against sleeping more than usual, when possible.

Depression. Although insomnia is more commonly linked to depression than oversleeping, roughly 15% of people with depression sleep too much. This may in turn make their depression worse. That's because regular sleep habits are important to the recovery process. Need another reason not to overdo the ZZZs when you're blue? In certain instances, sleep deprivation can be an effective treatment for depression.

Heart disease. The Nurses' Health Study involved nearly 72,000 women. A careful analysis of the data from that study showed that women who slept nine to 11 hours per night were 38% more likely to have coronary heart disease than women who slept eight hours. Researchers have not yet identified a reason for the connection between oversleeping and heart disease.

Death. Multiple studies have found that people who sleep nine or more hours a night have significantly higher death rates than people sleeping seven to eight hours a night. No specific reason for this correlation has been determined. But researchers found that depression and low socioeconomic status are also associated with longer sleep. They speculate these factors could be related to the observed increase in mortality for people who sleep too much.

Why Do People Sleep Too Much?

For people who suffer from hypersomnia, oversleeping is actually a medical disorder. The condition causes people to suffer from extreme sleepiness throughout the day, which is not usually relieved by napping. It also causes them to sleep for unusually long periods of time at night. Many people with hypersomnia experience symptoms of anxiety , low energy, and memory problems as a result of their almost constant need for sleep.

Obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder that causes people to stop breathing momentarily during sleep, can also lead to an increased need for sleep. That's because it disrupts the normal sleep cycle.

Of course, not everyone who oversleeps has a sleep disorder. Other possible causes of oversleeping include the use of certain substances, such as alcohol and some prescription medications. Other medical conditions, including depression, can cause people to oversleep. And then there are people who simply enjoy sleeping for long periods of time.

It is best to regulate our activities according to nature. Days are for work and food whereas night is for sleep. We should learn from birds and wild animals the correct life style. The birds leave their nests early morning and return before sunset. Going the natural way is sure way for health, happiness and success.

If you can't help but oversleep, to the point that you can call yourself a 'sleep addict', you are going to have a serious talk with dr.