About Insomnia
Insomnia is estimated to affect more than half of the U.S. adult population. Insomnia
can take many different forms: difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, waking
up too early, or waking up feeling unrefreshed. In a survey by the National Sleep
Foundation, 58% of adults reported having insomnia at least a few nights a week.
And the vast majority of those surveyed agreed that sleep loss can have a major
impact on their lives:
- 93% agreed that sleep loss can impair work performance
- 92% felt that sleep loss can increase one’s risk of injuries
- 90% agreed that not getting enough sleep makes it difficult to get along with others
- 86% believed that sleep deficits can lead to health problems
Insomnia can be overcome. An important step is to determine the possible
causes of your insomnia.
Health and lifestyle factors could be at the root of your problem. Or you
might have a sleep disorder that prevents high-quality sleep.
No matter what the cause, there are solutions.
What type of insomnia do you have?
Falling asleep might be only half the battle. Read more about the
types of insomnia. Also,
consult your healthcare provider; he or she can help uncover the causes and propose solutions
that can work for you.
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