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Many people believe that sleep problems only mean not sleeping enough . In reality, a growing number of individuals sleep for 7–8 hours yet wake up feeling exhausted, foggy, and unrefreshed. This is not normal tiredness. It is often a sign of poor sleep quality , a condition where the brain fails to enter or maintain deep, restorative sleep stages. Understanding why this happens requires looking at sleep architecture , nervous system balance , and lifestyle factors that silently disrupt rest. The Science of Sleep Quality Sleep occurs in cycles consisting of non-REM sleep (Stages N1, N2, N3) and REM sleep . Deep sleep (N3) is responsible for physical repair, immune strength, and growth hormone release REM sleep supports memory consolidation, emotional processing, and learning When these stages are shortened or fragmented, the body may be asleep — but the brain is not fully resting. Poor sleep quality is commonly associated with: Frequent micro-awakenings Reduced deep sleep duratio...

  Sleep is not optional. It is a biological necessity that supports brain function, emotional regulation, hormonal balance, immunity, and metabolic health. Yet insomnia has become one of the most common sleep disorders worldwide. Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up unrefreshed is no longer limited to older adults. Today, insomnia affects students, working professionals, homemakers, and even teenagers. To truly address insomnia, it is important to understand what happens in the brain, why sleep gets disturbed, and how both modern science and Ayurveda explain and manage it. What Is Insomnia? A Modern Medical View From a clinical perspective, insomnia is a disorder of hyperarousal — the brain remains alert when it should be resting. Research shows that people with insomnia often have: Increased activity in the central nervous system Elevated cortisol (stress hormone) levels at night Overactivation of the sympathetic nervous system ( fight-or-flight mode ) Alt...