Wait…What? Insomnia is normal?

Yes! Short-term insomnia is a completely natural human experience.

Sleep often gets shaky when life gets stressful or unpredictable. Maybe you’re starting a new job, going through a breakup, or juggling too many things at once. Sleep struggles can be a signal that your mind and body are asking for some extra care. Yet, sometimes poor sleep shows up without any clear reason at all.

Most of the time, things naturally settle back into place. Short-term insomnia can last for days or weeks. Although it can be unpleasant, this is part of life.

You may have insomnia disorder (also called chronic insomnia, a treatable condition) if you notice2: