The Overlooked Reason You’re Tossing & Turning (& 4 Ways To Reclaim Your Rest)
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- Author: Ava Durgin June 07, 2026Assistant Health Editor By Ava Durgin Assistant Health Editor Ava Durgin is the former Assistant Health Editor at mindbodygreen.
- A meta-analysis1 found that nearly half of people with eczema also experience sleep disturbances, a rate significantly higher than the general population.
- Atopic dermatitis, the technical name for eczema, sets off a cascade of reactions in the body that make quality sleep a real challenge.
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Author: Ava Durgin June 07, 2026Assistant Health Editor By Ava Durgin Assistant Health Editor Ava Durgin is the former Assistant Health Editor at mindbodygreen. She holds a B.A. in Global Health and Psychology from Duke University.Image by Fleur Kaan / Unsplash June 07, 2026If you’ve ever dealt with eczema, you know it’s more than just dry, itchy skin—it’s a full-body experience that can affect everything from your mood to your energy levels. But here’s something you might not realize: that persistent itch could be quietly sabotaging your sleep.
A meta-analysis1 found that nearly half of people with eczema also experience sleep disturbances, a rate significantly higher than the general population. The more severe the skin condition, the worse the sleep quality tends to be.
Atopic dermatitis, the technical name for eczema, sets off a cascade of reactions in the body that make quality sleep a real challenge. Researchers point to three main mechanisms: