Why You Keep Waking Up at 3 or 4 A.M.—And How to Fix It
Waking up at 3 or 4 a.m. regularly can be both frustrating and exhausting. When it starts to impact your energy, mood, and focus during the day, it’s time to explore what might be going on—and how to get better sleep.
1. Stress and Anxiety
Mental stress is one of the most common reasons for early morning wake-ups. If your mind is racing or your body is in a heightened state of alertness, it can prevent you from staying in deep, restorative sleep. As a result, you may wake up during the lighter phases of sleep and find it difficult to fall back asleep.
2. Sleep Disorders
Certain sleep disorders, like insomnia or sleep apnea, can make it hard to stay asleep through the night. Insomnia includes not just trouble falling asleep but also waking up too early or frequently. Sleep apnea involves pauses in breathing that can disturb your sleep without you even realizing it.
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