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Why You Can’t Sleep—and What You Can Do About It Today

 

Tossing and turning at night? Waking up exhausted? You’re not alone. Insomnia affects millions of people and can have serious consequences for mental and physical health. At National Mental Health Physician Assistant Corporation (NMHPAC), we help you uncover the root causes of insomnia and offer personalized, virtual care to help you sleep better, starting today.

 

🛌 What Is Insomnia?

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling rested. It can be:

  • Short-term insomnia: Often triggered by stress or changes in routine.
  • Chronic insomnia: Occurs at least three nights a week for three months or longer.

 

🔍 Symptoms to Watch For

Insomnia symptoms vary, but common signs include:

  • Lying awake for long periods before falling asleep
  • Waking up frequently or staying awake most of the night
  • Waking up too early and being unable to fall back asleep
  • Feeling unrested, fatigued, or irritable during the day
  • Difficulty concentrating and increased anxiety or depression

 

⚠️ What’s Causing Your Sleepless Nights?

Insomnia can be triggered by a variety of factors:

  • Stress: Work, relationships, finances, or grief
  • Genetics: Family history and sleep depth
  • Age: More common in older adults
  • Environment: Shift work, travel, noise, light, and temperature
  • Lifestyle: Irregular sleep schedules, substance use, and screen time
  • Hormonal changes: Pregnancy and menopause

 

🩺 How Is Insomnia Diagnosed?

If sleep issues are affecting your life, it’s time to seek help.

 

🌿 Telemedicine Treatment Options

Our clinic (NMHPAC), led by Yeon Kim, PA-C, CAQ-Psy, offers personalized virtual care, including:

  • Sleep hygiene coaching
  • Medication management
  • Lifestyle and stress counseling

💻 Why Telemedicine Works for Insomnia

Telemedicine makes expert care accessible and convenient:

  • No travel required
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Ongoing support and progress tracking

 

📞 Need Help Now?

If you or someone you know is in crisis:

  • Call or text 988 – The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
  • Visit 988lifeline.org or go to your nearest emergency room
  • You can also speak with your doctor or mental health provider immediately. Schedule an appointment or call (628)-215-1120 today.

References

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. What Is Insomnia?. National Institutes of Health. Published March 24, 2022. Accessed August 6, 2025. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/insomnia

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Causes and Risk Factors of Insomnia. National Institutes of Health. Published March 24, 2022. Accessed August 6, 2025. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/insomnia/causes

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Symptoms of Insomnia. National Institutes of Health. Published March 24, 2022. Accessed August 6, 2025. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/insomnia/symptoms

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Diagnosis of Insomnia. National Institutes of Health. Published March 24, 2022. Accessed August 6, 2025. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/insomnia/diagnosis