The Fear of Going Abroad with Insomnia...For 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleeping Positions: How Changes Affect My Sleep...I 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Social Relationships and Insomnia: Differences in Men and Women...Your 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Anxiety Medication + Sleep...I've written previously about living with anxiety and depression in addition to insomnia. Last spring, I shared how I had begun taking medication for said anxiety on an as-needed basis...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Using a Sleep Mask Helps Me Get More Sleep...I did not think I needed a sleep mask. My bedroom is much darker than the rest of my home so having the rising sun wake me is not a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Insomnia Success Story...Insomnia dropped me into a pit of insanity and almost took my life. Last night I slept 7 hours. A lot of things have changed to finally reach my insomnia...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mindfulness and Insomnia...Over the past year, I’ve found great help in practicing mindfulness. To be totally honest, I always thought mindfulness was a load of nonsense. But oh, how I was wrong!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Short on Sleep...and Patience...I don’t know about you, but insomnia is really testing my patience. As time goes on, I’m pretty sure it’s testing the patience of those around me, too. The less...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Many Causes of Insomnia in COVID-19 Long Haulers...If you’ve had COVID-19, you may be an unhappy member of the “long haulers’ club.” Long haulers are people who have experienced COVID-19 but face health problems weeks, months, or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FeaturedWhat do you wish people knew about insomnia?...In honor of Insomnia Awareness Night, we want to know what things you wish more people knew about insomnia. Share in the comments below!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwareness
Post-Traumatic Stress and Sleep...Post-traumatic stress. This is 1 of those things that I read about. You know, things that happen to other people. Importantly, I think it is 1 of those things that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alarm Clock Dread...Let’s face it. Whether we’re headed to school, work, meetings, doctor's appointments, therapy, errands, or any number of other places, I think it’s fair to say that most people aren’t...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Crafting a Memoir With Insomnia...I’m an insomniac. It’s part of my identity. I’ve lived with insomnia all my life but it only became chronic and debilitating when I was in my forties. Until then...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Short power naps...I've had insomnia since meno pause. Now that I am retired I can take a nap when needed, but short ones work the best for me. I usually have one...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Calm App Subscription Giveaway...The Calm App Subscription Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! June 21st is Insomnia Awareness Night! Organized by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Society...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shift work circadian rhythm disorder...Hi guys, Does anyone here suffer from a shift work circadian rhythm disorder? The symptoms are chronic insomnia, chronic fatigue, and extremely unrefreshed sleep. All the best, Sam...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFatigueTreatmentSleep Hygiene
The Mental Side of Tapering Any Sleep Aid...Many of my clients come to me asking for help with their sleep, even if their sleep is currently good. Why would they do this? They are often on medications...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Insomnia: Constantly Finding New Ways Not to Sleep...I finally have something that resembles a sleep schedule, it seems. Unfortunately, it is a schedule of not sleeping rather than actually sleeping. I am waking up a lot more...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleep Is Essential to a Healthy Immune System...You’ve heard the term “sick and tired.” It exists because poor health leaves us feeling both ways. The connection between sleep and the immune system may seem complex, but you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments