While most people know what insomnia is and have most likely experienced it at some point in their lives, most don’t take the time to try and find out what caused it, especially if it is fleeting. But for those suffering from chronic insomnia, it can be vital to take a closer look and discover what the underlying causes are.

There are many types of insomnia and finding out which type you suffer from can be the key to a definitive solution. The 4 types of insomnia are:

•       Acute – definitely the most common type and usually temporary. It can be caused by such things as sleeping in a strange bed or drinking too much caffeine close to bedtime.
•       Chronic – if you are experiencing insomnia 3 days a week for a month or longer, you have what is referred to as chronic insomnia. There are 2 types of chronic insomnia: Primary; which has no specific cause, and Comorbid which is caused by an underlying health condition like acid reflux or chronic pain.
•       Maintenance – If you have difficulty staying asleep or you wake up far too early, this is maintenance insomnia. It can be caused by a medical or psychological condition like asthma, allergies, or depression.
•       Behavioral Insomnia of Childhood – The culprit here is often too many stimuli before bedtime and lack of a set bedtime routine.

Treatments for Insomnia

Once the underlying cause of your insomnia is determined via a diagnostic sleep study, treatments can be more precise and effective. They can be one or a combination of medicine, devices, and life habits.

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