What are the common causes of an inability to sleep and how can it be treated?

Insomnia means having trouble falling or staying asleep. It can happen for many reasons.

Common Causes:

1. Stress: Worry or stress can keep your mind too busy to sleep.
2. Poor Sleep Habits: Watching TV or using phones in bed can make it hard to fall asleep.
3. Medical Problems: Some illnesses or pain can make sleeping tough.

How to Treat Insomnia:

• Good Sleep Habits: Try going to bed at the same time every night and make your bedroom dark and quiet.
• Relaxation: Doing calming activities before bed, like reading or listening to soft music, can help.
• Medicine: Sometimes, doctors may suggest medicine to help, but it’s usually best to try other ways first.

If you feel worried or stressed, it’s important to talk to someone who can help, like a counselor. You can also visit 988lifeline.org for support.