Insomnia

Common Condition

Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, affecting daily life. Often treatable with behavioral approaches and sometimes medication.

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Symptoms

Difficulty falling asleep

Waking up during the night

Waking up too early

Not feeling rested after sleep

Daytime tiredness or sleepiness

Irritability or mood changes

Difficulty concentrating

Increased errors or accidents

Ongoing worries about sleep

Symptoms for at least 3 nights/week for 3 months (chronic)

Causes

1

Stress and anxiety

2

Depression

3

Poor sleep habits

4

Irregular sleep schedule

5

Caffeine or alcohol

6

Medications

7

Medical conditions

8

Sleep disorders (apnea)

9

Environmental factors

10

Aging

Treatments

Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)

Sleep hygiene improvements

Stimulus control

Sleep restriction therapy

Relaxation techniques

Short-term sleep medications

Treating underlying conditions

Avoiding caffeine and alcohol

Regular sleep schedule

Exercise (not close to bedtime)

When to See a Doctor

See a doctor if insomnia affects daily functioning, persists for more than a few weeks, or is accompanied by other symptoms that may indicate an underlying condition.

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About Insomnia

Insomnia: Better Sleep Is Possible

Insomnia is very common and very treatable. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is highly effective and preferable to long-term sleep medication use.

"Ang mahimbing na tulog ay maaaring makamit—may tamang paraan para magaling."

Specialists Who Commonly Treat Insomnia

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