Insomnia Symptoms
What are the symptoms of Insomnia?
Difficulty Sleeping
Struggling to begin sleep at night.
Waking up During the Night
Frequent interruptions in sleep.
Wake up too Early
Awakening in the early hours.
Daytime Fatigue
Feeling persistently tired and lacking energy.
Difficulty Concentrating
Trouble focusing or maintaining attention during daily tasks.
Irritability or Mood Changes
Increased frustration or emotional instability.
Watch for symptoms
Common Symptoms
Common symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently during the night, early morning awakenings, and feeling tired or unrefreshed despite getting enough sleep.
- Difficulty falling asleep – ~75-90%
- Waking up during the night – ~60-80%
- Waking up too early – ~50-70%
- Feeling tired or unrefreshed after sleep – ~85-90%
- Daytime fatigue or sleepiness – ~75-85%
- Difficulty concentrating – ~50-70%
Emergency Symptoms
If you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, hallucinations, extreme mood changes, or difficulty breathing due to insomnia, it’s important to seek immediate medical help.
- Severe confusion or hallucinations
- Memory loss
- Extreme mood changes
- Heart palpitations
What to do if you have symptoms
If you experience ongoing insomnia symptoms, it’s important to adopt healthy sleep habits and seek professional advice for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends, to regulate your body's internal clock.
- Make your bedroom quiet, dark, and cool, and minimize distractions like electronic devices to promote better sleep.
What you need to know
- Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from Insomnia.
