My Psychiatrist and My InsomniaNot too long ago, I shared an article about who to ask for help when it comes to medical providers and managing...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Natural RemediesIf you are here reading this, there is a strong possibility that you struggle with insomnia. Maybe it is not you, perhaps...reactionscomments
Insomnia: I Just Need to SleepThere are things that need to be done earlier in the day, but I would rather not do them. There are times...reactions2comments
Staying Awake as a Parent on Duty After a Bad Insomnia NightI learned a long time ago that when I have trouble sleeping at night, I absolutely must have some form of caffeine...reactionscomments
Another Sleep Blip: How I Jinxed MyselfA few days ago, I wrote an enlightened piece about "sleep blips." (You can read it: Coping with Sleep Blips) I talked about...reactionscomments
Navigating Insomnia by Learning to Listen to My BodyI hit 47 this year. Gah. I have to admit – not loving the way that sounds. But on with the show...reactionscomments
Insomnia: Loneliness and VulnerabilityAs someone who has struggled with insomnia for most of my life, there's been one constant in my sleep challenges – the...reactions3comments
COVID-19 and Night Sweats: An Insomniac’s NightmareI am at an age when I am no stranger to night sweats. Perimenopause has caused me to have these wretched things...reactionscomments
My Insomnia's Favorite SeasonIf my insomnia had a favorite season, it would be the spring. I live in the midwest, which means that everything outside...reactionscomments
Pulling Back the Covers: The Truth About Living With Chronic InsomniaWhen you tell someone you have insomnia, you are likely met with a sympathetic nod. Most people would say they know what...reactionscomments
Psoriasis and InsomniaIt is possible that insomnia can have multiple triggers and causes at the same time. It is not always just 1 thing...reactionscomments
Having a Partner Who Has the Ever-Changing Sleep and Rotating Work ScheduleMy partner and I couldn't have more different sleep patterns. He falls asleep fast, is able to fall back asleep right away...reactionscomments
Fibromyalgia and Sleep DisturbancesFibromyalgia is a neurological disorder that causes widespread muscle and joint pain, cognitive and memory issues, fatigue, and sleep problems. Among these...reactionscomments
Breaking News: Insomnia Can Be CuredApparently, there are plenty of people who have discovered the cure for insomnia. None of these people have insomnia, but they know...reactionscomments
To Medicate or Not to MedicateAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, adults should aim for 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. On a good night...reactionscomments
Sleepless Nights Could Be a Circadian Rhythm ProblemMany people who struggle to fall or stay asleep insist they have insomniaco. But while insomnia is, by itself, a sleep disorder...reactionscomments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As...reactionscomments
Exhaustion: A Side Effect of Insomnia and DepressionI am tired. Scratch that. I am exhausted. It does not matter how many hours I lie in bed; I feel the...reactionscomments
Unpopular Thoughts on Sleep HygieneHere are a series of statements about me, in no particular order. You decide which one is untrue. My name is Amanda...reactionscomments
There Is No Hierarchy of TraumaInsomnia can strike for innumerable and multiple reasons. We all have our stories. But trauma is quite often part of our stories...reactions1comment
