Insomnia – Self-Care Treatments

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Insomnia doesn't have to be a lifelong condition. In fact, there are several steps you can take immediately to help yourself enjoy a good night's rest. For starters, try these:

• Take the RealAge Sleep Health Assessment to find out what is causing your sleeplessness.
• Make gradual improvements to your sleep hygiene.
• Keep a sleep diary and use the information to track and overcome obstacles to sleep.
• For a temporary bout of insomnia, take an over-the-counter sleep aid. But be careful you don't start to depend on medication for regular, healthy sleep.
• If minor aches and pains are keeping you from sleeping, take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Warm or cool compresses may also soothe minor discomforts.
• Try a natural sleep remedy, such as valerian or melatonin. Like medications, natural remedies can cause side effects, and may interact with other treatments you're using, so talk to your healthcare provider about your options before trying anything new.

If self-help methods don't provide relief of your symptoms, make an appointment with your healthcare provider for an evaluation.