Insomnia
Some people experience insomnia for a short period, for instance when they are worried or stressed. However, when insomnia is chronic and you have trouble falling or staying asleep for at least three months, you may need to seek help.
Difficulty sleeping is something most of us have experienced at some point in our lives. Population surveys show that between 30% and 45% of adults will experience insomnia in any given year. However, for some, sleeping problems are ongoing. These sleep disorders can be very frustrating and have far-reaching effects on your daily life in terms of reduced functioning, impaired quality of life, or interactions with co-existing mental health issues such as depression.
Insomnia can have many different causes. Some of these include:
If you are experiencing insomnia, you may:
Learning healthy sleep habits and changing lifestyle factors that contribute to your insomnia is the first step to managing the problem.
Cognitive behaviour therapy or CBT Therapy is usually provided by psychologists. It can be done individually or in a group.
Your GP may prescribe you medication if you are experiencing chronic insomnia. Your GP or doctor may also advise other methods.
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