Exploring The Impact of Insomnia on Emotional Regulation Across the Age Group

Abstract

Insomnia or sleeplessness, affects people of all ages, however, the reasons and effects may vary depending upon the stage of life. Therefore, through this study, I aim to explore the relationship between insomnia and emotional regulation across various age groups, which also identifies certain causes, consequences, and patterns of sleep problems. 100 individuals, aged 19 to 80, became participants in this study. They shared their experiences with sleep disturbances and their effects on emotional and physical well-being. The younger population of the study, owed their sleep pattern disruptions to overthinking or environmental factors, while older adults owed it to ageing, menopause, and other medical conditions. Certain menstrual phases also contribute to sleep difficulties in women. Fatigue, headaches, and difficulty managing emotions were prominent complaints associated with poor sleep. By uncovering these varied experiences, the study addresses the need for tailored methods to assist people of different ages to enhance their sleep quality which in turn can result in better emotional regulation.