A Straits Times report last year, stated "Fighting 'coronasomnia': More in Singapore seeking help for insomnia amid Covid 19 pandemic.  "Coronasomnia; the amalgamation of the words "coronavirus" and "insomnia".

According to Sleep Foundation, Coronasomnia is characterized by an increase in sleep problems during the pandemic with symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. Traditionally, insomnia is often linked to anxiety and depression. However, the symptoms of Coronasomnia started during the pandemic. The reason being, loss of daily routine, too much media consumption, and the stressors were stated as "FED-UP".

Financial Status

Emotional Stress

Distance from loved ones

Unpredictability

Professional concerns

During this time, many clients have indicated their symptoms of coronasomnia as follow:

difficulty in falling asleep and staying asleep.

intrusive and incessant thoughts.

irregular sleep patterns.

difficulty in waking up, increased sleepiness in the day, impaired concentration, focus and attention.

On Saturday, July 16, my presentation highlighted Sleep and its impact on physical and mental health. The talk included topics, such as:

Singapore is no. 2 in the world, after UK, in sleep deprivation.

Symptoms of sleep disorder, Coronasomnia.

How to improve sleep and strategies for both adults and children.

& Benefits of amino acids, magnesium, and melatonin on sleep.