Pain and Sleep, or Sleep and Pain. Which Way Does the Relationship Work?Pain. We have all had pain, but for some people, pain is an ongoing concern. And, just like insomnia, longstanding pain is something many wish they could live without. Let's... By Tracy Hannigan, MOstMed, ACE-HC2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caffeine: The Vicious CircleI'm going to go out on a limb here, and guess that if you're reading this article, you've used caffeine to both manage the side effects of insomnia, AND caffeine... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Arthritis Sleep TipsIf you live with arthritis, or any chronic pain condition, you will know how much it affects our sleep. Over the past 2 years, I’ve been trying different methods to... By Ali Long3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleep Like a BabyIt is sometimes said that people who sleep well, sleep like a baby. Honestly – where did that phrase come from?! I asked myself that very question and then I... By Simone Yemm2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
All Insomnia Is ValidThere is no prerequisite for having insomnia. Insomnia is something that we can define in many ways. Importantly, there are people who suffer from it mildly, and then there are... By Clair Gardiner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medication Induced NightmaresDue to my ankylosing spondylitis (AS), I take a lot of medication. Some work, some don’t. But I must try them. And when I find the right 1, all the... By Ali Long2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Bipolar Disorder: Insomnia Triggers Hypomania and ManiaI woke up this morning after yet another long night of tossing and turning. It was a restless night, and I did not get much sleep. As I tried to... By Amy Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My 5 AM RitualLately, the only certainties in my life are death, taxes, and waking up at 5 AM for no good reason. After several months of blissfully consistent sleep, my brain has... By Carin Lefkowitz, PsyD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleeplessness Versus InsomniaYesterday, my first grandchild was safely delivered into this world. It is a purely joyous, exciting, and loving time. I am so grateful. I look at their new little family... By Simone Yemm2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lulling My Racing Thoughts To SleepI’ve written several articles about living with anxiety and how it impacts my insomnia. Recently, I’ve noticed that there’s been 1 thing really getting in the way of my sleep... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Baclofen Is Helping Me SleepI have always had anxiety about taking medication. Even before I became sick, I would be reluctant to take any medication, even paracetamol. I’m not sure why, but putting medication into... By Ali Long2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Sorry for What I Said After Yet Another Sleepless NightIt’s safe to say that insomnia does strange things to our minds and bodies. Some of us find ourselves nodding off at work. Others are plagued with foggy thoughts. There are... By April Pulliam2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Too Much Thinking and Not Enough SleepingIn the past 3 months, I have had a lot of unexpected issues arise. Some of the issues were big and some were minor, but all issues had the same... By Amy Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional Side of Living With InsomniaWe all know that many emotions come with a lack of sleep. You know that feeling after a terrible night's sleep or no sleep at all. You feel cranky, emotional... By Ali Long2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Catching 40 Winks My WayI caught them! I finally caught them! Now, I know what I experienced is not what is traditionally referred to as 40 winks, but that’s the first phrase that came... By April Pulliam2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Short-Term Solution: A Brand New BedThis year, I finally did something for not only myself but my partner that would completely change our lives. And by lives, I mean entirely our sleep. I splurged and... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Fuels My InsomniaAs someone living with multiple chronic conditions, I'm unfortunately not a stranger to 1 condition impacting another. When my insomnia rages, I often experience Crohn's disease-related flare-ups. When my anxiety... By Amanda Osowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Fear of Going Abroad with InsomniaFor years I have had trouble with sleep. But my insomnia truly began once my ankylosing spondylitis symptoms started in 2020. Since then, I have not been abroad and have a... By Ali Long2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleeping Positions: How Changes Affect My SleepI have an issue with my shoulder. As a side sleeper, this is problematic. Sleeping on that side puts my shoulder in an awkward position. It causes additional pain and... By Amy Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Social Relationships and Insomnia: Differences in Men and WomenYour social network plays a major role in your life. From school and work to your hobbies, these are the people who impact your day and mood the most. However... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments