Anxiety-Related Sleep Disturbance

Sleep disorder due to anxiety describes difficulties falling asleep that are related to states of anxiety, when worry or mental activation interferes with falling or staying asleep.

Common symptoms: Difficulty falling asleep, nighttime awakenings, racing thoughts at bedtime, unrefreshing sleep, and tiredness or irritability during the day.

Common causes: Stress, persistent worries, fast-paced lifestyles, and irregular sleep habits that fuel a cycle between anxiety and insomnia.

Which specialist treats it? The psychologist and the psychiatrist are the right professionals to address the relationship between anxiety and sleep. If sleepless nights become common and affect your day-to-day life, seeking professional guidance can help you regain more stable rest.