Insomnia
Insomnia is difficulty falling or staying asleep that affects daytime functioning. It is common and often improves with behavioural strategies and, where appropriate, short-term medical support.
Medically reviewed by Healthly Medical TeamWhat causes insomnia?
Insomnia can be triggered by stress, anxiety, pain, shift work, caffeine and screen habits. It often becomes self-sustaining through worry about sleep itself.
Evidence-based treatment
Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-i) is the recommended first-line treatment. A GP can review contributing factors and, where suitable, discuss short-term options.
Frequently asked questions
What is the first-line treatment for insomnia?
CBT-i (cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia) is the recommended first-line treatment, ahead of sleeping tablets, which are generally for short-term use only.
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