Overcoming Insomnia

Summary

Insomnia is characterized by an inability to get to sleep on retiring, or get back to sleep upon waking during the night. Chronic insomnia can be a debilitating condition and can be associated with a number of physical and mental health issues such as those related to stress.

Signs and Symptoms

inability to fall asleep at night
wakens during the night and can't get back to sleep
disturbed daytime function

Possible Causes Or Contributing Factors

hypoglycaemia
anxiety
depression
excessive fatigue
poor adrenal function - increased cortisone
working before bed time
electromagnetic influences - too much TV, computer work before bed
inability to relax and switch off