Shocking statistics on suicide â¦ a leading cause of death in Guyana â Dr Leslie Ramsammy. The following was excerpted from a feature written by former Minister of Health, Dr Leslie Ramsammy on the suicide crisis currently sending shock-waves throughout Guyana.
Additional common causes of insomnia include: 1  Mental health disorders. Anxiety disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, may disrupt your asleep. 2  Medications. Many prescription drugs can interfere with sleep, such as certain antidepressants and medications for asthma or blood pressure. 3  Medical conditions.
Insomnia can be a major problem during the transition to menopause (perimenopause), when hormones are fluctuating intensely. Insomnia during this period may be due to several different factors. In some women, hot flashes, sweating, and a sense of anxiety can disrupt sleep and cause sudden and frequent awakening.