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Insomnia

Insomnia (also called insomnia disorder) means not being able to sleep well. Insomnia may make it hard for you to get to sleep, stay asleep, or sleep as long as you need to. It can affect your daily life. Short-term insomnia may last a few days or weeks. Chronic insomnia lasts 3 months or longer.