Chronic Insomnia
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Coping with chronic insomnia
Mayo Clinic
Sleepless nights can wreak havoc on your health and work. The good news is that chronic insomnia is usually treatable. Try these tips first.
Written for family doctors, this article discusses the latest treatment recommendations for chronic insomnia.
Required reading for insomniacs
U. of Maryland Med. Ctr.
Planning to use sleep aids for your chronic insomnia? This article has excellent information on the safe usage of herbs, OTC and prescription medications for insomnia.
Develop good sleep habits
Healthology
Watch the video to find out how sticking to a sleep schedule can help those with chronic insomnia. Also, learn about some common mistakes of insomniacs.
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Bright light therapy
Sunbox Company
Exposure to bright light can help reset your circadian clock so you're ready to sleep at bedtime. Detailed information for young night owls, shift workers and the elderly is available here.
Measure your sleepiness
Natl Sleep Foundation
Find out how you measure up on the Epworth Sleepiness scale, a tool used by sleep experts worldwide.
Learn the difference between transient and chronic insomnia and find out who is most susceptible to long-term sleep problems.
Learn about chronic insomnia
eMedicine Health
This is a great starting point for researching causes, symptoms and treatment options for chronic insomnia. Also advice on when to consult a doctor.
Watch this video clip to see Today Show host Matt Lauer speak with the director of the Sleep Center at Mt. Sinai Medical Center about treatments for chronic insomnia.
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Set the stage at home
How Stuff Works
Try these home remedies for insomnia, chronic or otherwise. Get simple tips for a better night's sleep.
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Anxious about losing sleep?
Science Daily
Chronic insomnia can be a marker for anxiety disorders and depression, according to this study. Talk to your doctor to get a proper evaluation.
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Is your medication keeping you up?
Wrong Diagnosis
Check this list to find out if any of your regular medications are known triggers of chronic insomnia.

