Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Radically TiredWhen insomnia makes its unwelcome appearance in my life, there aren't many choices left for me. I am already well-versed in the...reactionscomments
Hormones, Pregnancy, Postpartum, and InsomniaSomething I have noticed over the last many years is that, as a female, my hormones impact my sleep cycles. From my...reactionscomments
My Sleep-Related Eating DisorderA couple of years ago on a Sunday morning, I awoke in my bed stretching across my pillows I was met with...reactionscomments
Begrudgingly Participating in the 5 am ClubAs someone who struggles to fall asleep and stay asleep, I have gotten pretty acquainted with most hours around the clock. There's...reactionscomments
Panic, Pain, and Sleepless NightsIt was a glorious night. I was able to get comfortable with ease, and I fell asleep with no fuss. Being able...reactionscomments
New to Insomnia? Here's How I ManageBeing diagnosed with insomnia can be both validating and overwhelming. I believe that knowing is better than not knowing – that way...reactionscomments
Dealing with Post-Insomnia Brain FogAs someone who has struggled with insomnia for most of my life, there are little "nuggets" of wisdom I feel imperative to...reactionscomments
A Teacher's Back-to-School Insomnia PlanYawn... It's time to start setting my alarm again. Back-to-school mania, here I come. There's a new wakeup time. Well, I'll be...reactionscomments
When Dreams Trigger InsomniaIt's rare that I sleep deep enough and long enough to really dream, and it is even more rare for me to...reactionscomments
Navigating Sleepytime Snacks for My ChildManaging insomnia as an adult is hard enough, and trying to help children manage this is equally challenging. There is still so much...reactionscomments
Clock or No Clock?About a year ago, I bought a dimmable digital clock for my bedroom. My hope was that, as many times previously, this...reactions4comments
Unusual Side Effects From InsomniaInsomnia affects me in so many ways on a daily basis. It can be really tough to manage and can create obstacles...reactionscomments
Treating Insomnia Through Brain HackingInsomnia can make falling asleep or staying asleep hard. Not getting enough sleep can cause many health problems. Bad sleep can also...reactionscomments
Insomnia in the HospitalHaving insomnia is hard. It's hard no matter where you live, where you try to sleep, how you work, and who you...reactions2comments
Insomnia? You Again?Things were going well for so long. My insomnia had all but withered away, but I feel like I am on a...reactionscomments
Mental Health Disorders and InsomniaInsomnia is comorbid with mental health issues. This means that people often have both at the same time. Doctors think sleep issues...reactionscomments
Hypothyroidism, Menopause, and Mental Illness: The Perfect Storm for InsomniaI am having more trouble sleeping than usual, and it is slowly driving me mad. The fatigue is really getting to me...reactionscomments
“Will Weed Help Me Sleep?” The Research on Cannabis and InsomniaBefore we jump into things it is important to note I am not a prescriber and cannot make recommendations about medication. Please...reactionscomments
Insomnia: When Ignorance Is Not Always BlissEye color. Hair color. Height. Frame. Metabolism. All of these are things my mother has gifted me. We are similar in many...reactionscomments
My Journey With Insomnia: 25 Years in the MakingI have known insomnia for most of my life. We were first introduced when I was about 9 or 10 I remember...reactionscomments
