What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a common reason people seek therapy. The experience can look different from one person to another: symptoms may be mostly emotional, physical, cognitive (thought-based), or relational.
On this page you’ll find an overview of Insomnia, typical signs, and what support options can look like.
Sleep difficulties in Insomnia are often maintained by stress and learned sleep patterns. Structured sleep therapy can be highly effective.
Common symptoms of Insomnia
- Difficulty falling asleep
- Waking during the night
- Early morning waking
- Non-restorative sleep
- Daytime fatigue
Возможные причины и способствующие факторы
Insomnia rarely has a single cause. It usually results from a mix of biology, life experiences, stress levels, personality traits, and current context.
- Stress and overthinking
- Irregular sleep schedule
- Excess screen time or stimulants
- Anxiety or depression
How therapy can help with Insomnia
Therapy can help you understand what maintains Insomnia, reduce symptoms, and build coping strategies that fit your life. Depending on your needs, your therapist may focus on thoughts, emotions, behaviors, body sensations, relationships, or a mix of these.
Варианты лечения
- CBT-I / sleep therapy
- Relaxation and stimulus control
- Treat underlying anxiety/depression
- Medical evaluation if needed
Практические советы по преодолению трудностей
- Keep a consistent wake time
- Wind-down routine
- Limit caffeine late day
- Use the bed only for sleep
Когда обращаться за помощью
Обратитесь за профессиональной помощью, если ваши симптомы частые, интенсивные или мешают вам в повседневной жизни (работа, учеба, отношения, сон).
If you feel unsafe or at immediate risk of harm, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline right away. This page about Insomnia is for information only and does not replace medical advice.
Медицинская оговорка: данное содержание предназначено только для общей информации и не заменяет диагностику или лечение у квалифицированного специалиста.
