Psychosomatic Medicine and Disorders

Insomniacs have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting abundant restful sleep. Insomnia is a sleep difficulty that affects many people. Sleep deprivation can guide to health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, and weight gain over time. Behavioral and lifestyle modifications can help you get a better night's sleep. Sleeping medications and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can also assist.

 

What is the prevalence of insomnia?

 

Sleep disturbances are extremely prevalent. Every year, they affect up to 70 million Americans. Insomnia symptoms affect between 33% to 50% of the adult population, while Chronic Insomnia Disorder, which is linked with distress or impairment, affects 10% to 15% of the population.

Therapy (CBT-I) for Insomnia: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia: Therapy (CBT-I) for Insomnia: Therapy (CBT-I) CBT-I is a short, organized intervention for insomnia that helps you identify and replace thoughts and behaviors that are causing or contributing to your insomnia. Unlike sleeping drugs, CBT-I helps you address the root causes of your insomnia.

Medications: The greatest way to enhance your sleep, in the long run, in the long run, is to make behavioral and lifestyle changes. Taking sleeping drugs for a short period can help you sleep in some instances. Doctors advise only using sleep medications on occasion or for a short period. They aren't the initial treatment option for chronic insomnia.