Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, despite having the opportunity to sleep. People with insomnia often experience dissatisfaction with their sleep and may wake up feeling unrefreshed. This condition can lead to daytime fatigue, mood disturbances, and impaired cognitive function, affecting overall quality of life.
There are two main types of insomnia:
- Acute Insomnia:
Also known as short-term insomnia, this type lasts for a few days to a few weeks and is often triggered by stress, life events, or changes in sleep environment.
- Chronic Insomnia:
This type lasts for a month or longer and can be related to underlying health conditions, medications, or mental health disorders.
Insomnia can be further classified based on its underlying cause.
- Primary Insomnia:
Not directly associated with any other health condition or problem.
- Secondary Insomnia:
Occurs as a result of another issue, such as medical conditions (like arthritis or asthma), mental health disorders (like depression or anxiety), medications, or substance use.
Treatment for insomnia may include lifestyle changes, behavioral therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), and, in some cases, medication. Effective management often involves addressing underlying causes and implementing healthy sleep habits.
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