Struggling to fall asleep and waking up many times through the night is very common. It can be very distressing and exhausting. There are many strategies that can help improve sleep. It is important to seek support for yourself through family, friends and your community.
Insomnia also causes a range of problems that can occur during the day, and can make it difficult to function normally. They include:
· poor concentration
· making mistakes or forgetting things
· anxiety or depression (these issues can also cause insomnia)
· digestive symptoms