Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about insomnia:

1. I have trouble falling asleep sometimes. Do I have insomnia?
   
   
2. I need only four hours of sleep a night to feel rested. Does that mean I have insomnia?
   
   
3. I often have difficulty sleeping at night, but I don't feel tired during the day. Do I still have insomnia?
   
   
4. What may be causing my insomnia?
   
   
5. Could my insomnia be related to another underlying condition?
   
   
6. How might insomnia affect my health?
   
   
7. What are some ways in which I can treat my insomnia?
   
   
8. Can I become addicted to medications for insomnia?
   
   
9. Can my insomnia be prevented?
   
   
10. Do I need to make any lifestyle modifications while undergoing treatment for my insomnia?
    
    
11. How long will it be before I see improvement from my insomnia?