If you are feeling tired and having trouble sleeping then you may have insomnia. But this in itself is a very complex problem, which is often what leads to it being so difficult to treat. To help you out, here is a quick guide to the symptoms of insomnia, both common and more serious.

Common Insomnia Symptoms

Some of the most common symptoms of this sleeping problem including a difficulty in getting to sleep each night, finding it hard to stay asleep through the whole night, feeling anxious and putting on weight.

If you have trouble falling asleep more than around twice a week then this could be a serious problem for you. Perhaps you just can't seem to relax, or your body feels tired but your mind is restless. These are both common signs of insomnia.

Even if you do find that you fall asleep every night, perhaps you just can't stay asleep a whole night. If you frequently wake during the night, more than a few times a week, then you could have insomnia.

Other Signals of Insomnia

The symptoms listed above are some of the most common, though there are a whole range of symptoms all indicating different types of insomnia.

More serious symptoms of this disorder include severe anxiety, mood swings and obvious shifts in behaviour.

If you have these symptoms then your insomnia could have chronic insomnia, and may need medication such an anti-depressants. Remember, you don't have to have all of these symptoms to have insomnia. If you are unsure, you should visit your doctor for advice. This article is simply a guide.

Conclusion

Remember, if you sleep badly a few nights here and there then this doesn't mean you have insomnia. Simply establishing a good routine could be more than enough to get your sleep on track again.

The disorder is complex, and depression and anxiety can possibly be causes as well as symptoms of anxiety. Make sure that you seek medical advice and look at all aspects of your life carefully.

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