A third of people suffer from sleep disorders
All living creatures need sleep to regenerate, recharge their batteries, process their emotions and store what they have learned – it is vital for our mental and physical health. Nevertheless, everyone has had problems getting to sleep at some point.
One in three people in Switzerland suffer from sleep disorders, according to the latest health survey conducted by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO). Sleep disorders have been on the increase for 25 years, with women and young people aged between 15 and 39 seeing an especially sharp rise. The figures are concerning: "Sleep disorders have an impact on energy levels, vitality, concentration and perceived quality of life. They are therefore a major public health problem," explains the FSO in a press release.
Good sleep health is crucial for our wellbeing. The SWICA newsroom has various articles covering different aspects of sleep.
Good-quality sleep supports your mental health
Sleep has a significant impact on our mental health. How we deal with stress and our emotional response to day-to-day situations are both dictated by the volume and quality of sleep we get. People who sleep badly or don't get enough sleep over an extended period are more susceptible to mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety.
Lark or owl?
Every one of us has an individual rhythm that determines whether we are a morning or a night person, or somewhere in between. By working with this, we can sleep better, live more healthily and improve our wellbeing.
Sleep apnoea: getting enough sleep but still shattered?
Do you struggle to get out of bed in the mornings, find yourself almost dropping off during monotonous tasks and have zero energy left for a social life in the evenings? If that sounds familiar, you could be suffering from sleep apnoea. Interrupted breathing while sleeping often goes unnoticed, but it can significantly affect your health.
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