In an era characterized by strict deadlines and long work hours, it has become increasingly common for individuals, regardless of their age and gender, to suffer from sleep disturbance, particularly in urban communities. While there are clear reasons for this problem, I firmly believe that it poses a serious stress related to practical and emotional factors.
The increase in disruptive sleep patterns can be attributed to a variety of factors. With the intensification of competition in the labor market, along with the rising living expenses and financial pressures, many individuals now work long hours and tolerate heavy workloads, which has led to the rise of busy schedules. Given these circumstances, it is not surprising to see that people do have not enough time to engage in relaxation strategies such as mindfulness practices, taking deep breaths, and sport activities for coping mechanisms during the work time, ultimately causing their sleep problems. In developed countries like Italy and France, for instance, hospitals report a growing number of patients seeking treatment for sleep disorders.
In addition, it has been scientifically proven that sleep disorders can make any challenges associated with both financial and practical well-being. If individuals do not get adequate rest per day, they are more likely to experience negative feelings such as stress, anxiety, depression, and sadness during the day, which severely affects their productivity and efficiency in a professional life. As a result, they struggle with earn a high salary and frequent holidays, thereby exacerbating overall financial stability. A case in point is my home country of Uzbekistan, where individuals work long hours, regardless of the toll it takes on their health, to improve their financial condition.
To sum up, increased sleep disorders comes from our hectic lifestyles filled with personal and professional responsibilities. However, I contend that this issue leads to serious consequences in terms of practical and financial factors.