Ongoing conditions

Insomnia: virtual care options

Insomnia means having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep, even when you have the chance to. Short bouts often follow stress or schedule changes, while longer-lasting insomnia can be tied to habits, health conditions, or mood. Sleep problems are common and worth talking about.

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Common symptoms

What people often notice. Only a provider can tell you what’s causing yours.

Lying awake for a long time before falling asleep
Waking up often during the night
Waking too early and not being able to fall back asleep
Feeling tired, irritable, or unfocused during the day
Worrying about sleep as bedtime approaches

What a virtual visit may involve

Care is decided by the provider, based on your situation.

A video visit to talk through your sleep patterns, routines, and stress with a licensed provider
Practical guidance on sleep habits, such as a consistent schedule and screen time
A look at possible underlying causes, such as anxiety, pain, or other conditions
Treatment options and referrals, if appropriate, including talk-based approaches for insomnia

When in-person care may be better

Urgent care, your doctor, or a clinic can examine and test you.

You snore loudly or someone has noticed you stop breathing during sleep
You fall asleep during the day without meaning to, including while driving
A provider wants a sleep study, lab work, or an exam
Sleep problems are not improving despite changes

When to go to the ER

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you have:

Thoughts of harming yourself (call or text 988, or call 911)
Chest pain, or a racing heartbeat with shortness of breath
Seeing or hearing things that are not there, or sudden severe confusion

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Common questions

Insomnia, answered.

General information, not medical advice. A provider can answer questions about your situation.

Can I get help for insomnia online?

Yes, many people start with a virtual visit. A provider can review your sleep habits, look for possible causes, and discuss options that may help, if appropriate.

How long does insomnia last?

Short-term insomnia often improves within days or weeks, especially once stress eases. Insomnia that lasts three months or more is considered chronic and is worth discussing with a provider.

What helps with insomnia besides medicine?

Keeping a regular sleep schedule, limiting caffeine and screens before bed, and using the bed only for sleep can help. Talk-based approaches for insomnia are also widely recommended, and a provider can point you toward them.

This is not for emergencies.

For life-threatening symptoms, severe chest pain, trouble breathing, or immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.