Dr. Phyllis C. Zee, M.D., Ph.D. discusses some of the causes and the prevalence of sleep problems.
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Sleep Problems?

Are you experiencing sleep problems? If so, you're not alone. Nearly everyone experiences the odd sleepless night. And, according to the National Institutes of Health, about 10% of American adults suffer from diagnosable insomnia every year.

Having trouble sleeping can be a frustrating and unnerving thing. Not getting enough sleep can make you irritable, unfocused, can affect your motivation and energy, and may even impact your performance at work. But, by taking a few proactive steps, many sleep problems can be treated effectively.

To help determine if you have a serious sleep problem, learn more about the symptoms of insomnia and evaluate your symptoms by taking our sleep quiz. You can also learn more about the effects of sleep deprivation and the importance of the sleep patterns that we experience while asleep.

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