Insomnia
Insomnia is one of the most common health issues. Read about what causes sleep problems, what insomnia feels like, and what can be done about it.
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How Are Stress and Insomnia Connected?
Stress and insomnia form a cycle: stress raises the body’s arousal level and makes falling asleep harder, and poor sleep weakens the ability to handle stress. The cycle can be broken by calming evening routines, keeping work matters out of the bedroom, and learning relaxation techniques.
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What to Do When You Can't Sleep at Night?
If you can’t sleep, don’t lie in bed for more than 15–20 minutes. Get up, do something calm, and return to bed only when you’re tired. Keep a regular sleep rhythm, avoid screens an hour before bedtime, and try breathing exercises for relaxation.
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What Causes Insomnia?
The most common causes of insomnia are stress, anxiety, irregular lifestyle, excessive screen time, and stimulants like caffeine. Behind it can also be physical causes such as pain or hormonal imbalance. Often it’s about learned insomnia, where worry about sleeping maintains the problem.
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Most Common Symptoms of Insomnia
Insomnia symptoms aren’t limited to the night. Difficulty falling asleep, nighttime waking, and waking too early lead to daytime fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. When insomnia continues for more than three months, it’s chronic and requires active treatment.