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“Students with Insomnia”

A case study in Reading

Submitted by:
Franz Vinegas
Francis Hyashi Falayas

Submitted to:
Ms. Daisy Alecto
Reading Teacher
I. Introduction/Synopsis
What is Insomnia? Insomnia is a disorder which the person
has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, even when the
person has the chance to do so. People with insomnia can feel
dissatisfied with their sleep and usually experience one or more
of the following symptoms: fatigue, low energy, difficulty
concentrating, mood disturbances, and decreased performance in
work or at school.
Insomnia is a common sleep problem for adults. The National
Institutes of Health estimates that roughly 30 percent of the
general population complains of sleep disruption, and
approximately 10 percent have associated symptoms of daytime
functional impairment consistent with the diagnosis of insomnia.
In this case study, we will present how insomnia affects a
student’s life and how to stop or cure it.
The purpose of this study is to warn fellow students and
encourage them to change their abnormal sleeping habit.
Fortunately, we are acquainted with the person that we
interviewed. So it is easy for us to obtain his personal
information
II. Historical Background
“MDM” a 15 years old male student who is a friend of ours.
At a very young age, MDM’s Father died, which leaves him his
mother and his brother.
He suffered from insomnia since he was 13 years old. We asked
him if he is well he said that he is fine, he also shared about
his results in school which he said that he is an average
student that is getting a grade 86% and above.
His hobbies are playing computer games and making music. He
stated that he likes to play games until past midnight. He is
also an avid reader. And likes to drink coffee.
III. Analysis/Evaluation of the Problem
Insomnia can be triggered or perpetuated by your behaviorsl
and sleep patterns. Unhealthy lifestyles and sleep habits can
create insomnia on their own (without any underlying psychiatric
or medical problem), or they can make insomnia caused by another
problem worse.
We observed him for a few days. Sometimes you can see him
sleeping at his chair, his eye bags are visible, and sometimes
he has mood swings. To know better we have given him 4 questions
to answer:

 How often do you have trouble sleeping?


He said that usually, it happens every Wednesday and
Thurday
 How long has the problem lasted?
He said that it has been 2 years, but this past few months
he is getting enough sleep.

 On your work days and days off, when do you go to bed and
get up?
He said that goes to bed 2 – 3 am and wakes up 5 am.

 Do you exercise?
He said that he does not exercise

 What do you consume (food, drinks, medications) before


bedtime?
He stated he drinks Coca–cola after eating a meal

 What routine do you follow before going to bed?


He said the he is watching television or playing his
computer games or reading his books.

 Is your sleep environment quiet and comfortable?


He said it is he keeps getting distracted by his
phone.
IV. Discussion of the problem
Insomnia, also known as sleeplessness, is a sleep disorder where
people have trouble sleeping. They may have difficulty falling
asleep, or staying asleep as long as desired. Insomnia is
typically followed by daytime sleepiness, low energy,
irritability, and a depressed mood. It may result in an
increased risk of motor vehicle collisions, as well as problems
focusing and learning. Insomnia can be short term, lasting for
days or weeks, or long term, lasting more than a month.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is characterized by
difficulty falling and/or staying asleep. People with insomnia
have one or more of the following symptoms:

 Difficulty falling asleep


 Waking up often during the night and having trouble going
back to sleep
 Waking up too early in the morning
 Feeling tired upon waking
Acute vs. Chronic Insomnia
Insomnia also varies in how long it lasts and how often it
occurs. It can be short-term (acute insomnia) or can last a long
time (chronic insomnia). It can also come and go, with periods
of time when a person has no sleep problems. Acute insomnia can
last from one night to a few weeks. Insomnia is called chronic
when a person has insomnia at least three nights a week for a
month or longer
Causes of Insomnia
Causes of acute insomnia can include:

 Significant life stress (job loss or change, death of a


loved one, divorce, moving)
 Illness
 Emotional or physical discomfort
 Environmental factors like noise, light, or extreme
temperatures (hot or cold) that interfere with sleep
 Some medications (for example those used to treat colds,
allergies, depression, high blood pressure, and asthma) may
interfere with sleep
 Interferences in normal sleep schedule (jet lag or
switching from a day to night shift, for example)
 Causes of chronic insomnia include:
 Depression and/or anxiety
 Chronic stress
 Pain or discomfort at night

VI. Intervention
Here is the different solution we came up with:
Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and cool. Noise,
light, and a bedroom that’s too hot or cold, or an uncomfortable
mattress or pillow can all interfere with sleep. Try using a
sound machine or earplugs to mask outside noise, an open window
or fan to keep the room cool, and blackout curtains or an eye
mask to block out light. Experiment with different levels of
mattress firmness, foam toppers, and pillows that provide the
support you need to sleep comfortably.
Stick to a regular sleep schedule. Support your biological
clock by going to bed and getting up at the same time every day,
including weekends. Get up at your usual time in the morning
even if you’re tired. This will help you get back in a regular
sleep rhythm.
Turn off all gadgets at least an hour before bed.
Electronic screens emit a blue light that disrupts your body’s
production of melatonin and combats sleepiness. So instead of
watching TV or spending time on your phone, tablet, or computer,
choose another relaxing activity, such as reading a book or
listening to soft music.
Avoid stimulating activity and stressful situations before
bedtime. This includes checking messages on social media, big
discussions or arguments with your spouse or family, or catching
up on work. Postpone these things until the morning.
Avoid naps. Napping during the day can make it more
difficult to sleep at night. If you feel like you have to take a
nap, limit it to 30 minutes before 3 p.m.
MDM said he would like to try this methods during summer
vacation to know if it’s working.
People involved in this case study is the client “MDM”, his
best friend “WC”, and us interviewers. It is done is a span of
two days.
VII. Findings and Conclusion
Insomnia can have a significant impact. Some of the effects
of insomnia are obvious, while others can be subtle and increase
over time. Either way, it's important to address insomnia.
Insomnia affects this person as a student by making his
concentration weak, which results to missed lessons in school.
But this also affects him to be more responsible about his
lifestyle and to be more productive person.
VIII. Recommendations
We recommended the person to do those thing we listed above
because it simple enough for a single person to do it. And we
recommend him to do meditation but unfortunately, we are lacking
time to do this activity.
IX. Reflections
Ikaw na di francis!!!!
X. References
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/sleep/insomnia-causes-
and-cures.htm
https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/insomnia-
symptoms-and-causes#1
https://sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/content/what-is-
insomnia/page/0/1

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