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...As someone who has struggled with symptoms of insomnia since childhood, I’ve thought a lot about what self-care means and how to practice it in ways that support my body...

...We have all been there – scrolling social media in the wee hours. Insomnia or not, we are all guilty of spending extra time perusing Facebook or Instagram when we...

...So you were awake pretty late last night, or you tossed and turned all night? Do you do that many nights or just from time to time? Occasional trouble sleeping...

...Recently, we asked our community which they found harder in their struggles with insomnia – falling asleep initially, staying asleep during the night, or both. At first, my answer was...

...This article is part of an author series on improving sleep hygiene by focusing on one thing at a time. Check out Part 1: Getting Enough Sleep and Keeping a...

...Last month, I moved to a new house. The actual move itself was incredibly exhausting and involved a lot of back and forth between the new place and the old...

...Mental health issues are most certainly tied to my insomnia. The 2 are intertwined, and it does not matter which causes the other. They co-exist. I like to unpack my...

...Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...

...I have heard – from people who revel in the passionate delights of blissful sleep – that the mere sight of a pillow can bring a sense of peace and...

...I try to live my life as a realist. But lately, my depression has made me feel more and more like a pessimist. I am not that person. However, while...

...Editor's note: This is part 3 of a 3-part series. You can read part 1 (what triggered a sudden onset of extreme exhaustion) and part 2 (adjusting to therapies and...

...While I’d like to believe that we each have the ability (and flexibility) to manage our own schedules around our sleep disorders, I know that’s not the case, more often...

...I don't know about you, but after 2020 and all the travel restrictions we have faced where I live (in the UK), I'm really dying for a holiday. I have...

...I have a preferred temperature range for my bedroom. My bedroom must be below a certain temperature for me to sleep at all. If it is too warm, I cannot...

...When you think you have all the answers to how you get ready for bed, wake up, etc...how do you handle insomnia with great sleep hygiene?   We would love...

...After many nights (and days) of living with insomnia, I am more or less in the same position as I was years ago. Tired. But when I read others' stories...

...If you haven’t tried a little laughter in the face of adversity, I highly recommend you give it a shot. We’ve all heard that laughter is the best medicine. I...

...Happy 1-year anniversary to our community! Insomnia.Sleep-Disorders.net launched in June 2020, and it has been an amazing ride. None of this would be possible without each and every one of...