Medical Marijuana for Insomnia Patients in Oklahoma<\/h1>\n

Insomnia<\/strong> patients can qualify for medical marijuana access in Oklahoma.<\/p>\n

Although the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA<\/a>) has no definitive list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana treatment,<\/p>\n

insomnia is among the common problems associated with marijuana treatment.<\/p>\n

Patients with Insomnia can qualify for medical marijuana treatment as long as they have a licensed physician\u2019s recommendation.<\/p>\n

Once a marijuana doctor determines that patients with insomnia can qualify for medical marijuana treatment, the patients can purchase medical marijuana products in Oklahoma to treat their sleep problems.<\/p>\n

Let our online application<\/a> help you get started.<\/p>\n

Insomnia Statistics in OK<\/h2>\n

The American Sleep Association<\/a> states between 50 and 70 million Americans have a sleep disorder, with insomnia being the most common type. About 30% of adults reported short-term insomnia and 10% claimed chronic issues.<\/p>\n

Although Oklahoma-specific statistics are unavailable, insomnia is a common condition that drug-related emergency department (ED) visits in the state receive.<\/p>\n

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration\u2019s Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality released a report by the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN<\/a>) stating that 31.8 percent of adults made ED visits for abusing anti-insomnia and anti-anxiety drugs.<\/p>\n

This problem may highlight the fact that insomnia remains a pressing problem among adults in Oklahoma<\/strong>.
\nPeople are seeking methods to treat their conditions to the point of abusing drugs that seem to fail in helping their conditions.<\/p>\n

What Is Insomnia?<\/h2>\n

Insomnia<\/a> is a common sleeping disorder affecting millions of Americans. People with this sleep condition find it harder than usual to fall asleep<\/strong>.
\nInsomniacs also have a hard time staying asleep<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Patients with insomnia may wake up too early and fail to fall back asleep, thus going about their day with only a few hours of sleep.<\/p>\n

Basic Information About Insomnia<\/h3>\n

Insomnia drains patients of their energy, which can lead to adverse health conditions<\/a>. Chronic or long-term insomnia may increase the risk of developing mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.<\/p>\n

Overall lower quality of life is also a complication associated with insomnia. Other complications include irritability, lower academic performance, decreased work productivity, and a higher risk of motor vehicle accidents due to sleeplessness.<\/p>\n

Types of Insomnia<\/h3>\n

The Sleep Foundation<\/a> identifies two main types of insomnia:<\/p>\n

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• Acute Insomnia<\/strong>: Most adults experience acute or short-term insomnia. This sleep condition lasts for days to weeks. Acute insomnia usually follows after a traumatic event or results from stress. Acute insomnia is more common among women than men<\/a>.<\/li>\n
• Chronic Insomnia<\/strong>: Some adults experience chronic or long-term insomnia that lasts for more than a month. Chronic insomnia may have a history of difficulty falling and staying asleep. People may develop chronic insomnia after traumatic events or be related to other sleep disorders. Women are also more prone to chronic insomnia than men.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  The Sleep Foundation further identifies five ways of describing insomnia<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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  1. Sleep Onset Insomnia<\/strong>: A difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night.<\/li>\n
  2. Sleep Maintenance Insomnia<\/strong>: An inability to stay asleep through the night.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Early Morning Awakening Insomnia<\/strong>: A type of insomnia making people wake up earlier than intended.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Mixed Insomnia<\/strong>: A common informal term describing the overlap of several sleep problems.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Comorbid Insomnia<\/strong>: A secondary sleep problem resulting from mental disorders or physical pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

     Causes of Insomnia<\/h2>\n

     Common habits associated with developing chronic insomnia include<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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     • Late Meals<\/strong>: Eating too much food in the evening may cause insomnia. Heavy late-night meals may lead to heartburn or acid reflux, which may keep someone awake.<\/li>\n
     • \u00a0Poor Sleeping Habits<\/strong>: Irregular sleep schedules may keep a person awake at night. Other poor sleep habits include people using their computers in bed for work, using phones before sleeping, and taking too many naps.<\/span><\/li>\n
     • Stress<\/strong>: Academic responsibilities, work concerns, or family issues may keep a person awake at night. Significant life events such as divorce and death may also cause stress, which would keep minds active at night.<\/span><\/li>\n
     • Work Schedules<\/strong>: A graveyard shift is a common cause of insomnia. Traveling to another time zone may also affect a person\u2019s sleep cycle.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Impact on Lifestyle of Insomnia<\/h2>\n

       Insomnia can take a toll on a person\u2019s physical and mental health<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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       • Weaker Immune System<\/strong>: Sleep deprivation affects the immune system<\/a>. A weaker immune system makes a person more vulnerable to diseases.<\/li>\n
       • Obesity<\/strong>: Insomnia can be associated with changes in oversleep metabolism, leading to weight-related problems like obesity.<\/span><\/li>\n
       • Mental Disorders<\/strong>: Anxiety and depression are common mental conditions associated with sleep deprivation.<\/span><\/li>\n
       • Lower Life Expectancy<\/strong>: Chronic insomniacs may have shorter lifespans from the combined physical and mental impact of their sleep deprivation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

         Symptoms of Insomnia<\/h2>\n

         A person may suffer from insomnia if they exhibit the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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         • Anxiety or depression<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Cannot focus on tasks<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Decreased productivity<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Feeling restless in the morning<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Feeling tired or sleepy during the day<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Impaired attention span<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Increased accidents<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Irritability<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0More errors<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Trouble falling asleep at night<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Trouble remembering details<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Trouble waking up during the day<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Waking up too early<\/li>\n
         • \u00a0Worrying oversleep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

           Types of Insomnia Treatments<\/h2>\n

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           • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia<\/strong>: CBT-I helps insomniacs develop healthy sleep habits with or without medication. Doctors may recommend CBT-I if standard insomnia preventive measures have failed. CBT-I strategies may involve relaxation techniques, sleep restriction, and light therapy.<\/li>\n
           • Prescription Medication<\/strong>: Doctors may prescribe sleeping pills for acute insomnia intended for only a few weeks. However, sleep medicine for chronic insomnia exists, including eszopiclone, ramelteon, zaleplon, and zolpidem.<\/span><\/li>\n
           • Medical Marijuana<\/strong>: This has become an alternative option for some people suffering from insomnia; a <\/span>study<\/a> has shown that medical marijuana may be an effective treatment for insomnia. It works by restoring a person\u2019s natural sleep cycle.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

             Prevention of Insomnia<\/h2>\n

             Standard prevention methods for insomnia mostly involve adopting good sleeping habits.<\/p>\n

             The following examples may promote a healthier sleep cycle<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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             • Avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine<\/li>\n
             • Avoiding heavy meals at night<\/li>\n
             • Avoiding or limiting naps during the day<\/li>\n
             • Maintaining a consistent sleep and wake time throughout the week<\/li>\n
             • Staying active during the day to promote sound sleep at night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

               Medical Marijuana Card for Insomnia<\/h2>\n

               Learn more about how patients with insomnia can qualify for medical marijuana treatment in Oklahoma<\/a> with TeleLeaf RX<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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