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When to See a Doctor for Insomnia?
You should see a doctor for insomnia when sleep difficulties occur at least three nights per week, persist for several weeks, or begin to impair your daytime energy, concentration, and emotional well-being. Occasional sleeplessness is common, but clinical insomnia is a distinct medical condition. Insomnia disorder affects approximately 10% of adults on a chronic basis, while another 20% experience transient or occasional symptoms (1)(2). Insomnia includes trouble falling asleep, frequent nighttime awakenings, waking up too early, or experiencing unrefreshing sleep despite having adequate time in
Does Summer Heat Trigger Insomnia?
Yes, summer heat can absolutely trigger insomnia by hindering the body’s ability to cool down, fall asleep, and stay asleep. As temperatures rise and
Can I Take Melatonin Twice in One Night?
Melatonin should not be taken twice in one night. Taking an additional dose may disrupt your sleep architecture, leave you groggy the next morning,
Top 10 Most-Asked Insomnia Questions, Answered By Experts
Most people search for answers to the same core insomnia questions because sleep problems affect nearly every aspect of health and daily life. Trouble
The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona Donated $500K in CPAP Supplies to Support ALS Patients
The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona, along with Dr. Ruchir and Rachel Patel, was able to donate $500,000 worth of Continuous Positive Airway
Sleep Apnea Linked to Parkinson’s Risk, but Early CPAP Treatment Can Help
Sleep apnea affects an estimated 39 million adults in the U.S., yet most people don’t know they have it. It’s often dismissed as just
Dr. Ruchir P. Patel a Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine for 10th Year in a Row
Dr. Ruchir P. Patel, founder of The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona, has once again been recognized among PHOENIX Magazine’s Top Doctors for
What Kind of Exercise Works Best for Older Adults with Insomnia?
A major new study has found that certain types of exercise can significantly improve sleep quality in older adults with insomnia, and one stands
Can Parasomnias Lead to Problems?
Parasomnias are a group of sleep disorders that involve unusual behaviors or experiences during sleep, such as movements, emotions, or perceptions. These events can
