What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and not being able to get back to sleep. It can be acute (short-term) or chronic (lasting three months or more).
30%
of adults experience short-term insomnia
10%
have chronic insomnia disorder
2x
more common in women than men
Types of Insomnia
- ●Sleep onset insomnia: Difficulty falling asleep initially
- ●Sleep maintenance insomnia: Waking frequently during the night
- ●Early morning awakening: Waking too early and can't return to sleep
Common Causes
Insomnia can be caused by stress, anxiety, depression, poor sleep habits, medications, medical conditions, or environmental factors.
Treatment Options
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CBT-I: Gold Standard Treatment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is the first-line treatment recommended by sleep specialists. It addresses the thoughts and behaviors that prevent good sleep.
