Insomnia simply means trouble sleeping – either trouble falling asleep or staying asleep throughout the night. At Meah, we see insomnia as a symptom, reflective of a deeper root cause. This highlights the importance of a comprehensive evaluation to uncover and investigate potential causes or contributors. We know that medical conditions like chronic pain, breathing disorders, hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies, as well as lifestyle factors like stress, diet, habits and environment can all cause or contribute to insomnia. It’s also important to work with a psychiatrist for insomnia to evaluate other mental health conditions, as insomnia can be a symptom of other psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety.