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Insomnia at Caritas Behavioral Health Services in Columbia, MD
Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by persistent difficulty in falling or staying asleep, impacting both the duration and quality of one's rest. Approximately a third of adults report experiencing symptoms of insomnia.
Individuals with insomnia often grapple with fatigue, low moods, and concentration issues. Although managing insomnia can be tough, it can be addressed through therapy and/or medication.
Insomnia symptoms
Symptoms of insomnia can be characterized by one or more of the following:
Struggles with falling asleep
Challenges in maintaining sleep
Premature awakenings without returning to sleep
Sleep difficulties occurring a minimum of three nights weekly for at least three months
Inability to sleep despite favorable conditions
Significant distress or functional impairments due to insufficient rest
Insomnia can occur on its own. However, insomnia is also commonly a part of another mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other concerns
How is insomnia diagnosed?
Diagnosing insomnia necessitates a comprehensive evaluation, considering both sleep-related challenges and a complete mental health background. This ensures that the sleep issues aren't symptomatic of another underlying mental health condition.
It’s important that you describe all of your symptoms in detail to your Caritas Behavioral Health Services LLC provider, making sure to discuss the specifics of your sleep difficulties.
With this comprehensive understanding, your provider can pinpoint potential underlying causes and curate an individualized treatment approach.
Medication Management
For tackling insomnia, combining medication with therapy is often recommended. Our specialists curate a treatment plan tailored to your specific symptoms and needs. Regularly tracking your progress and adjusting medication accordingly is vital to ensure the best possible outcome.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A renowned psychotherapy form, CBT aids in recognizing and rectifying negative or flawed thought patterns. This approach enables individuals to handle challenging situations more rationally in the future. CBT helps pinpoint and modify detrimental behaviors, teaching coping mechanisms to lessen depressive symptoms.
Talk Therapy
Also known as psychotherapy, talk therapy serves as an effective treatment for various conditions, including insomnia. As it can take several forms, you and your therapist can choose the most suitable method based on your condition and symptoms. If necessary, talk therapy can complement medications and other treatments.
