What Is Psychophysiology?
Insomnia is difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep, or having nonrefreshing sleep for at least 1 month.
Alternative Names
Psychophysiological insomnia; Learned insomnia; Chronic insomnia; Primary insomnia
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Primary insomnia refers to insomnia that is not caused by any known physical or mental condition.
Insomnia is caused by many different things. The most common causes of insomnia are:
- Alcohol
- Anxiety
- Coffee
- Stress
Secondary insomnia is caused by a...
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Primary Insomnia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Psychophysiological insomnia; Learned insomnia; Chronic insomnia; Primary insomniaPreventionReferencesWilson JF. In the clinic. Insomnia. Ann Intern... Read more »
Primary Insomnia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Psychophysiological insomnia; Learned insomnia; Chronic insomnia; Primary insomniaSymptomsDifficulty falling asleep on most nightsFeeling tired... Read more »
Insomnia: Causes of Chronic Insomnia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Causes of Chronic InsomniaSleep problems seem to run in families. About 35% of people with insomnia have a family history of insomnia, with the... Read more »
Primary Insomnia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Psychophysiological insomnia; Learned insomnia; Chronic insomnia; Primary insomniaTreatmentThe following tips can help improve sleep. This is called... Read more »
Sleep disorders
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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