Insomnia
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Insomnia and mental health problems share a two-way relationship. Having insomnia increases your risk of developing mental health disorders, and most people with a psychiatric condition have trouble sleeping. No matter which condition comes first, Danielle Damas, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BC-NP, based in Franklin Square, New York, can help. She also gives you easy access to the treatment you need through telemedicine. To schedule a virtual visit, call her practice, Danielle Damas, Psychiatric NP, PC, or use the online booking feature today.
Insomnia, the most common sleep disorder, makes it difficult for you to fall or stay asleep. You may also wake frequently during the night or find that you can’t get back to sleep after waking during the night or too early in the morning.
Insomnia is classified as either acute or chronic. Acute insomnia affects almost everyone occasionally, causing sleeplessness that lasts for a short time (usually a few days or weeks). Chronic insomnia, on the other hand, makes it hard to sleep several nights a week for at least three months.
Short-term (acute) insomnia is usually related to daily stress that occupies your mind and prevents you from sleeping. You may struggle to sleep for many reasons, including relationship troubles, work-related problems, or financial challenges.
Lifestyle habits and poor sleep hygiene contribute to acute and chronic insomnia. Issues like consuming caffeine late in the day, drinking alcohol near bedtime, or using electronics before bedtime often affect your sleep.
But if you have chronic insomnia, there’s a good chance an underlying health condition is the culprit, such as:
People with mental health disorders often have trouble sleeping. Insomnia affects 80-90% of people with depression. Having insomnia increases your risk of developing depression twofold. At the same time, half of all those with insomnia also have anxiety, depression, and stress.
Everyone experiences insomnia slightly differently. You may be aware that you can’t fall asleep and lie in bed, frustrated, counting sheep, listening to meditation podcasts, and trying just about anything to drift off.
Or maybe you wake up throughout the night and don’t know it but wake up feeling groggy and unrested. You probably experience daytime symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, poor concentration, and performance issues at work. If this sounds like you, call Danielle Damas, Psychiatric NP, PC, to schedule a consultation.
Danielle provides expert, customized treatments to treat insomnia and any mental health disorders you may have, including prescribing or adjusting medications and recommending lifestyle modifications for disrupted sleep.
She provides advice on improving your sleep hygiene, including bedtime routines, and may recommend stress management, and relaxation training.
If you’re experiencing insomnia symptoms, call Danielle Damas, Psychiatric NP, PC, to schedule a consultation or request one online today.