What Does Sleeplessness Look Like?...“I got no sleep last night,” is a common complaint of the chronic insomniac. But is it true? Occasionally, definitely a possibility. Most of the time, not so much. The...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Insomnia Inspires Migraines and Vice Versa...For those living with headache disorders – especially migraines – sleeping is often a go-to solution for finding relief. But sometimes, sleep can also provoke a migraine. How are migraine...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Living with Hypnic headaches nightly...How to live with nightly 1-3 hours of interruption of sleep?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Nighttime Snacks...It can be tempting to look for "magic foods" to help with sleep and improve insomnia, but this article is slightly different. When people are dieting or otherwise restricting calories...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 and Night Sweats: An Insomniac’s Nightmare...I am at an age when I am no stranger to night sweats. Perimenopause has caused me to have these wretched things for several years now. I am used to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Insomnia's Favorite Season...If my insomnia had a favorite season, it would be the spring. I live in the midwest, which means that everything outside in the world around us is just starting...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pulling Back the Covers: The Truth About Living With Chronic Insomnia...When you tell someone you have insomnia, you are likely met with a sympathetic nod. Most people would say they know what insomnia is. Some may even tell you they...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Psoriasis and Insomnia...It is possible that insomnia can have multiple triggers and causes at the same time. It is not always just 1 thing or 1 thing at a time. It seems...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Help with sleep routine / shutting brain down at night. ...I am a 28 year old male that has had on and off sleep troubles for most of my adult life. This includes having a maybe 50 / 50 mix...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingSleep HygieneChronic
Time Change Challenges...How is the time change treating you? Has springing forward made your insomnia worse? Is there anything you do to make this time of year more tolerable?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Raising Awareness: My Relationship With Sleep...A healthy relationship with sleep is important to our health and overall well-being. But what happens when that relationship is fractured? This week, we will be raising awareness about sleep...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How would you describe your relationship with sleep?...Is your relationship with sleep good, complicated, or non-existent? What have you tried to improve your relationship with sleep? Do you have any tips that you would like to share?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Sleep Awareness Week®: Ways to Raise Awareness About Your Sleep Disorder...March 13 through 19 is both the week following the time change (boo!) and National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week® (yay!). As you likely know, many people don’t know much...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Having a Partner Who Has the Ever-Changing Sleep and Rotating Work Schedule...My partner and I couldn't have more different sleep patterns. He falls asleep fast, is able to fall back asleep right away, and despite being called at any time of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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. They are so popular that even toy versions...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fibromyalgia and Sleep Disturbances...Fibromyalgia is a neurological disorder that causes widespread muscle and joint pain, cognitive and memory issues, fatigue, and sleep problems. Among these sleep problems are restless legs syndrome and insomnia.Insomnia...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Breaking News: Insomnia Can Be Cured...Apparently, there are plenty of people who have discovered the cure for insomnia. None of these people have insomnia, but they know how to cure it. It is so simple...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Medicate or Not to Medicate...According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults should aim for 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. On a good night, I will get about 6. According to my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleepless Nights Could Be a Circadian Rhythm Problem...Many people who struggle to fall or stay asleep insist they have insomniaco. But while insomnia is, by itself, a sleep disorder, it’s also a symptom of other kinds of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health Conditions...Surveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis for medical use, or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments