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8 Facts About Insomnia

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, more than 30 percent of adults have experienced insomnia in some form [PDF]. But when it comes to symptoms, causes, and treatments, the disorder is ...
A sleep journal may help you identify your positive and negative sleep patterns. For great results, use one for at least a week. Share on Pinterest FreshSplash/Getty Images Tracking your habits can be ...
Dr Alanna Hare is a doctor and insomnia expert - Heathcliff O'Malley Dr Alanna Hare is a consultant in sleep and ventilation at Royal Brompton Hospital and president of the British Sleep Society, with ...
Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) was a wellness editor at CNET and holds Sleep Science Coach and Stress Management certificates from the Spencer Institute. She received her bachelor's degree in creative ...
The landscape of sleep medicine has evolved significantly, with insomnia emerging as a critical focus in healthcare. Modern understanding of this sleep disorder has revealed its complex nature and far ...
New research suggests that chronic insomnia may stem from a disruption in the body’s internal clock that prevents the brain from shifting into a restful state at night. The study, published in Sleep ...
Sleep is something you may take for granted — until it becomes elusive. While an occasional sleepless night is nothing to worry about, chronic insomnia is a different story altogether. Affecting an ...
Breathing exercises, listening to music, or muscle relaxation, among other sleep strategies, may help you fall asleep if you wake up in the middle of the night. But recurring awakenings might require ...