Insomnia: 3 in 10 People Experience It—Here Are the Causes

Insomnia is often overlooked. It isn’t just about how many hours you sleep—it can manifest in many different ways.

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10 percent of American adults experience insomnia, while another 20 percent experience symptoms from time to time.

Insomnia is often underrecognized. Unlike more visible or acute illnesses, the effects of insomnia are primarily internal; thus, many people dismiss it as a normal part of life.