The #1 Sign You Have CLINICAL Insomnia (It's NOT Obvious!)

Insomnia can be a debilitating sleep disorder, and it is one of the most common sleep-related complaints in the world. In the United States, about 30-40% of the population has reported symptoms of insomnia, with about 10% of the population experiencing chronic insomnia.
Trouble sleeping at night can have a cascade of mental, emotional, and physical effects, but the sources of insomnia are far more complex than you might realize. So in this video, sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus explains some of the common symptoms of insomnia, what other medical conditions might contribute to insomnia, and why the most important symptom of insomnia is not always the most obvious.
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0:00 The Signs of Insomnia
0:31 Insomnia Defined
2:25 How Prevalent is Insomnia?
3:50 Insomnia Risk Factors
6:23 Pay Attention to THESE Factors
8:50 Exploring How Insomnia Begins
12:30 Insomnia and Depression
14:12 The Model for How Insomnia Works
😴 Michael Breus, Ph.D., is a double board-certified clinical psychologist and sleep expert. He's been in practice since 1999 and helped thousands of patients improve their sleep. Dr. Breus has written five books on sleep and conducted over 1,000 interviews to the press and public.

[@ClarkeDesign]

Sadly I have a combination of all of the issues you talk about. I have Chronic Neuropathic Pain, which give me insomnia and depression. Lots of this is chicken and egg. Pain causes depression and insomnia. Insomnia causes depression, depression causes insomnia, and lack of sleep is also caused by the pain.

[@GinaK687]

Thank you for yet another great video Dr. B. I don’t think doctors are trained much in sleep medicine and the like. When I went to my GP last Spring for a bout of insomnia, he made me feel like I was telling him I was growing a unicorn horn. Left me feeling hopeless and really disconcerted. Our doctors need to be trained more on this stuff!

[@Jen39x]

The sleep deprived and depression are a super bad combination. In my case I did some crazy things that I don’t think I would have it I had been able to sleep

[@brandonyoung4910]

Supplementing 6g of taurine and 800mg magnesium glycinate doses throughout the day has completely fixed my hyper vigilant issues

[@Lorrainecats]

So I should take my magnesium throughout the day. Worth a try

[@stephcats20]

I have terrible insomnia, and am working on it. I began watching this video to see if I might find some new insights. Sadly, and ironically, I fell asleep watching it. 😴

[@joaochanoca3317]

I'm epileptic... had a seizure when I was a baby... recently had two attacks two years ago... started taking antiepileptics... one of the secundary effects was depression and anxiety... took a lot of time to just get into a space of mind to kinda lower the anxiety... my doctor said that I need to run at least due to the high amount of drugs on my body... The last exam they did to my brain was analysed and the doctor said that I can have an attack at any moment even with medications so I will probably have to take these for the rest of my life. Now working with a doctor as well due to my sleep... Your videos also help me out a bit... I kinda know that I might have insomnia here and there even if my body is already adapted to the medication... I just calm down, try to relax when I wake up early and go back to sleep again... I try to raise my melatonin levels before bed time. Sometimes a supplement will have to do the job... Also my mom doesn't sleep well... So, there is that... Just gotta keep working on it... Thanks for all the videos doctor

[@terrystinnett4653]

This is so useful. My husband's definitely hyper alert.

[@carolfactor1865]

When I was growing up, I trained myself to be hyper-alert. My crazy environment was unsettling to say the least. Now that I’m much older (over 65) I still feel as though I need to stay on guard even though I try meditating and other relaxation techniques. Other than a lobotomy, I’m not sure if this can be changed in my case. Posting this won’t help me, but maybe someone out there can identify and know you’re not alone.

[@JillyBean_1987]

What about something like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or something like that? I think it helps you change the feedback loop or something of the like. Edit to add: I promise I'm not trying to insinuate that you haven't tried to help yourself. I'm just wondering if this is an angle you've tried yet. Please don't take offense. ❤

[@carolfactor1865]

@@JillyBean_1987 A great idea! I’m in therapy but it may be time for a more aggressive therapist. I appreciate your reply.

[@JudithOrr]

Finding a therapist who is actually trained for CBT insomnia. Easier said than done. I am a senior and years of chronic insomnia I am ready for a lobotomy!!! Tired of suggestions when good geriatric therapists are rare, along with geriatric psychiatrists. I listen to Sanjay Gupta very informative.

[@user-dt3wm8rn4j]

Help

[@morojava2053]

Hi Dr ,do you do consultations a

[@cfield1468]

Do you do phone consultations?

[@hugogamboa1108]

Any suggestions or advice for someone experiencing insomnia due to hypnic jerks?

[@TheSleepDoctor]

one thing that causes this is poor sleep quality or quantity, so maybe its time to talk w a sleep specialist?

[@user-dt3wm8rn4j]

Sleep. What's that. Zero. Seriously 😢

[@JudithOrr]

Good luck with that