These insomnia symptoms might signal a deeper problem.
Poor sleep hygiene—or habits that wreck your ability to doze off—can also contribute to insomnia. Staying in bed for long periods of time
or taking naps, for instance, often sets you up for more sleep disturbances at night, says Dr. Ong. If you’re not getting enough exercise, working late, going to bed at different times each night, or using your phone or watching TV in bed, you could also be making good sleep harder to come by, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine.While it’s typically not the root cause for insomnia, issues with your sleeping environment could also make it harder to get a good night’s rest, says Dr.
Generally, if it’s been a few weeks and your lack of sleep is really interfering with your day-to-day life and ability to function, it’s a good idea to seek professional help, Dr. Ong agrees. Start by reaching out to a primary care doctor. Since insomnia can be caused by so many different health issues, they can help identify whether it’s necessary to refer you to a sleep specialist or psychiatrist, says Dr. Nadkarni.Treatment for insomnia typically includes addressing the underlying cause, making lifestyle changes to improve sleep hygiene,
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