Insomnia Directory
Insomnia is a condition of not being able to fall asleep, stay asleep, or get the benefits of sleep. Insomnia can be its own disorder or a symptom of physical illness. It can also be caused by menopause, depression and anxiety, certain prescription medicines, stress, too much caffeine, drug abuse, chronic pain, and poor sleeping habits. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about insomnia, its causes, symptoms, treatment, and much more.
Medical Reference
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How to Make Your Bedroom a Great Place to Sleep
Your bedroom could be a better place to sleep, starting tonight. Get ideas about what to change first.
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Drugs to Treat Insomnia
An overview of insomnia drugs, including sleeping pills, antidepressants, and more.
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A Few Bad Nights or Insomnia?
Learn more about sleep problems from WebMD, including tips for getting a good night's sleep.
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Insomnia: Questions & Answers For Your Doctor
The experts at WebMD provide a list of questions to ask your doctor -- and the questions your doctor will likely ask you -- if you seek medical help for insomnia.
Features
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6 Surprising Sleep Wreckers
Some common causes of disturbed sleep and sleep loss may surprise you.
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Can Music Help Me Sleep?
Find out if soothing tunes are good for your snoozing brain.
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Can Exercising at Night Hurt Your Sleep?
Workout after dark? Find out if it affects your shut-eye.
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Natural Sleep Solutions
Natural sleep remedies and lifestyle tips to help you get a good night’s sleep.
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Insomnia: What to Do About It
The most effective ways to combat insomnia don't necessarily involve taking a sleeping pill.
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Foods That Help or Hurt Your Shut-eye
Smart bedtime snacks vs. fatty meals, caffeine, and alcohol.
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Insomnia and Watching TV in Bed: What's the Link?
What's the rule on watching TV in bed? Sleep specialist Michael Breus, PhD, has answers that may surprise you.
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Waking Briefly at Night? Is It OK?
Find out why sleep expert Michael Breus, PhD, says waking up several times in the middle of the night is perfectly normal.
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Quizzes
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Insomnia Quiz: Test Your Smarts on Poor Sleep and How to Fix It
In this WebMD quiz, find out how insomnia may be hurting your work, personal life, and health.
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Quiz: What's Wrecking Your Sleep?
Quiz: What's Wrecking Your Sleep? Stress, alcohol, and illness can keep you up. Find out what else might ruin your rest in this quiz.
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Sleep Quiz: Why You Need Your ZZZs
Take this quiz and test your knowledge of sleep -- deprivation, insomnia, and nightmares.