Insomnia Diagnosis & Treatment
1 in 8 Adults Suffer from Sleep Disorders like Insomnia - You are Not Alone!
Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Is it hard to get back to sleep after you wake up in the middle of the night. You may have insomnia. About 1 out of 8 adults suffer from sleep difficulties. We have successfully helped several people get a better night’s rest. Keep in mind it is an ongoing process. With us, a psychiatrist can help with insomnia. A therapist can help you get to the root cause of your sleep issues and recommend treatment that fits your needs.
What Causes Insomnia?
Stress, anxiety, depression or a variety of other factors may cause insomnia. Some people have poor sleep habits (like irregular sleep schedules, too much screen time at night) Consuming too much caffeine or alcohol may be the culprit. Some medical conditions such as pain or a thyroid condition can affect sleep negatively.
Diagnosing Insomnia - when is poor sleep considered an insomnia disorder?
If sleep difficulty occurs at least 3 nights per week for at least 3 months despite adequate opportunity for sleep, it can be classified as an Insomnia Disorder.
Inattentive Symptoms Include:
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A complaint of dissatisfaction with sleep quantity or quality, associated with:
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Difficulty initiating sleep.
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Difficulty maintaining sleep (frequent awakenings or trouble returning to sleep).
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Early-morning awakening with inability to return to sleep.
This sleep disturbance may lead to impairment in social, occupational, academic or behavioral functioning.
What To Expect as a Patient - And What Makes Our Insomnia Treatment So Effective?
What About Treatment for Insomnia Disorder
A psychiatrist can help treat insomnia. At Brightland Health, you can find a psychiatrist to prescribe medication to help you fall asleep or stay asleep. We recommend medications as a short-term solution.
Insomnia medications include:
· Hypnotics (Z-drugs)
· Benzodiazepines
· Orexin Receptor Agonists
· Melatonin Receptor Agonists
· Antidepressants
It is important not to rely on just taking sleep aids, but also develop good sleep habits. At Brightland Health, a therapist can help with insomnia by educating you on sleep hygiene.
Sleep Hygiene:
· Establish a consistent sleep schedule.
· Create a relaxing bedtime routine.
· Try not to force sleep or stress about it.
· Optimize your sleep environment.
· Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and large meals close to bedtime.
· Avoid Screens (Phones, TVs, Computers) close to bedtime.
We want you to get a good night’s rest. It is ok that your mind is busy, you have a lot going on. We want to encourage you to rest and not force sleep. You will fall asleep when your body is ready. For now, let’s be here together and help you find your brighter future.
Call us at 312-796-7121 or book online.