1. a game played on a rectangular court by two teams usu. of five players each, who attempt to score points by tossing a ball through a goal on the opponent's side of the court. 2. the round, inflated ball used in this game.[1892, Amer.. a game played on a rectangular court by two teams usu. of five players each, who attempt to score points by tossing a ball through a goal on the opponent's side of the court. 2. the round, inflated ball used in this game.
Insomnia is the feeling of inadequate or poor-quality sleep because of one or more of the following: trouble falling asleep (Initial Insomnia); trouble remaining asleep through the night (Middle Insomnia); waking up too early (Terminal Insomnia); or nonrestorative sleep that does not leave a person feeling rested after an adequate duration of sleep ...
Causes. Common causes of insomnia include: 1  Stress. 2  Concerns about work, school, health or family can keep your mind active at night, making it difficult to sleep. 3  Stressful life events â such as the death or illness of a loved one, divorce, or a job loss â may lead to insomnia.4  Anxiety. Drinking coffee in the late afternoon and later can keep you from falling asleep at night. 2  Nicotine in tobacco products is another stimulant that can cause insomnia. 3  Alcohol is a sedative that may help you fall asleep, but it prevents deeper stages of sleep and often causes you to awaken in the middle of the night.