Sleep Reactivity: The Problem I Didn’t Know I HadAfter writing an article about how quickly a change in routine could trigger my insomnia, I started reading more about the trait...reactionscomments
Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia: A Newer Treatment OptionIf you’ve been struggling with insomnia for a while, you’ve probably come across cognitive behavioral treatment for insomnia (CBTI) as a gold-standard...reactionscomments
Is it Possible to Breathe Insomnia Away?As a sleep technologist, I’ve worked closely with many patients struggling to fall asleep in the lab. They were there because they...reactions3comments
Insomnia: You've Tried it All, But Have You Tried Comedy?If you haven’t tried a little laughter in the face of adversity, I highly recommend you give it a shot. We’ve all...reactionscomments
My Advice for Raising Children Who Have InsomniaI have always wanted to be a mom. It was 1 of those things that were just in my veins and in...reactionscomments
Which Came First, the Anxiety or the Insomnia? Does It Matter?Struggling to fall asleep, or stay asleep, or sleep long enough, describes insomnia – the most common of all sleep disorders. Anxiety...reactionscomments
Tracking Sleep? No, Thanks.Fitbits and smartwatches have really taken off in the last few years. You can't turn a corner without seeing someone wearing one...reactionscomments
4 Reasons to Subscribe to Our Weekly NewsletterDo you want more information about insomnia? Are you looking for support? Do you want to talk to other people affected by...reactionscomments
Grief and InsomniaGrief is its own special kind of hellhole misery. Some of us experience it very early on, some are fortunate to be...reactionscomments
Morning DreadIf you're here, reading this article, my guess is you know what it's like to dread the morning and all the feelings...reactionscomments
Working From Home and InsomniaIn my sleep therapy practice and in my personal experience, I've witnessed shifts in good sleepers toward poorer sleep due to particular...reactionscomments
Strange Sleep Schedules and Sleep InterruptionsI keep very odd hours. While my schedule is fairly consistent, the hours are still odd. I usually pass out between 3...reactions2comments
Pillow PanicI have heard – from people who revel in the passionate delights of blissful sleep – that the mere sight of a...reactions3comments
Self-Care Recommendations for InsomniacsAs someone who has struggled with symptoms of insomnia since childhood, I’ve thought a lot about what self-care means and how to...reactionscomments
How Can I Sleep When My Stress Level Is So High?We all know how much stress affects every part of our life, and we have all been told to reduce our stress...reactionscomments
Later Years and InsomniaInsomnia does not discriminate, it affects all kinds of people, with a variety of lifestyles, living situations, ages, and so on. It...reactionscomments
The 5 Stages of InsomniaI imagine most people think the worst part of insomnia is the endless proverbial seconds, minutes, and hours of a ticking clock...reactions2comments
My First Vacation in YearsUsually, when I've taken time off work, it’s for medical reasons and doctor’s appointments. This is my first vacation in probably 5...reactionscomments
Losing Sleep Over Being Misunderstood With Health IssuesSome days I do a really good job of convincing myself that no one will truly understand how difficult each day can...reactionscomments
When Your Partner Experiences Sleep IssuesI have to be honest – I’m really struggling lately. I mean, I have my own personal sleep struggles that are deep...reactionscomments
