Overview
What is insomnia?
What are the main signs and symptoms of insomnia?
How is insomnia diagnosed?
What are some of the main medical treatments for insomnia?
Have any supplements been studied for insomnia?
How could diet affect insomnia?
Are there any other treatments for insomnia?
What causes insomnia?
Research FeedRead all studies
Fleeting mental health benefits from medicinal cannabis?
This systematic review of 49 studies involving over 2,000 adults with mental health disorders provides limited evidence in support of using cannabis for anxiety, opioid use disorder, and insomnia.
Bright light therapy and depression in pregnant women
Light therapy for sleep quality in insomnia
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in adolescents
Does taking a cannabinoid supplement before bedtime improve sleep?
Frequently asked questions
How much sleep should I get?
What is the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)?
Is there any evidence regarding melatonin toxicity, tolerance, and addiction?
How exactly might caffeine mess up my circadian rhythm?
How does alcohol affect my sleep?
References
Examine Database References
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