In today’s stressful world, many people are prone to sleep problems. According to some studies, nearly 30 percent of people have trouble sleeping—and that number may have increased during the pandemic. COVID-19 is just one of many health conditions that can lead to insomnia and other sleep problems.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine defines insomnia as difficulty either falling asleep or staying asleep, accompanied by daytime impairments related to those sleep troubles. Long-term insomnia can lead to depression, drug dependence, and poor cognitive function. In addition, it affects cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.
