Insomnia can sap your energy and dramatically affect your overall quality of life, but treatment can help you get the quality sleep you need. Board-certified psychiatrist Renée Kohanski, MD, treats patients with insomnia in her office at RK Psychiatry Associates in Somerset, New Jersey, and Mystic, Connecticut. You don’t have to settle for sleepless nights — call the nearest office, or request an appointment online today to find insomnia relief.
Insomnia is the most common type of sleep disorder. When you have insomnia, you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. You may also wake up too early and be unable to go back to sleep.
Sleep is essential for a healthy, happy, and productive life. Without a good night’s sleep, you can feel fatigued, irritable, and foggy-headed throughout the day. This may affect your performance at work or school and cause problems in your personal relationships.
Many people experience occasional sleep disturbances, especially during times of stress. But if you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep for at least three nights a week for three months or more, you may have clinical insomnia.
Insomnia symptoms include:
These symptoms can lead to other problems, like difficulty concentrating on tasks. Lack of sleep can also affect your mood, causing irritability, depression, and/or anxiety. If insomnia affects your quality of life, Dr. Kohanski can help.
Sometimes, insomnia is the primary problem. In other cases, insomnia is a symptom of an underlying condition. Many psychiatric, neurological, and medical disorders can cause insomnia, including:
Certain medications, including antidepressants and asthma treatments, can also interfere with sleep. Many lifestyle factors also contribute to insomnia, including stress, poor sleep habits, and travel.
First, Dr. Kohanski listens as you describe your specific symptoms and lifestyle habits. Then, she recommends a personalized treatment plan for insomnia. If your sleep problems stem from another condition or lifestyle factor, Dr. Kohanski treats that first.
Depending on your needs, insomnia treatment may include talk therapy, medication management, or a combination of both.
To learn how you can get the restful sleep you deserve, call RK Psychiatry Associates or request an appointment online today.