Sign In Home Contact Us Increase Type Size
Skip navigation links
Popular Resources
Making Healthcare Decisions
Health Information CentersExpand Health Information Centers
Health LibraryExpand Health Library
Health Education Resources
Health MultimediaExpand Health Multimedia
Health & Wellness DiscountsExpand Health & Wellness Discounts
Hill Health Magazine
Events
Preventive GuidelinesExpand Preventive Guidelines
Interactive Health Tools
Nutrition & RecipesExpand Nutrition & Recipes
Contact Us

Sleep Better Health Information Center

Overview and Facts

Do you...

...have trouble falling asleep?

...wake up during the night and have trouble getting back to sleep?

...wake up tired, feeling as though you have not slept enough?

You are not alone. Insomnia is a common problem for nearly 60 million Americans. It can result in daytime sleepiness, lack of energy, irritability, depression, and difficulty paying attention, learning and remembering. This information center is designed to help you put common sleep issues to rest.

Take Control of Sleep Problems

Get A Better Night's Rest with our New Audio Podcasts

Learn about insomnia, its causes, and try a guided imagery exercise to help you get more restful sleep. To play a podcast, simply click an image below and your media player should launch. To download a podcast see these instructions...

 

Prepare to Sleep Better
MP3 file - 5.74MB
4min. 11 sec.

A Better Night's Sleep
MP3 file - 12.6MB
13min. 48 sec.
  

More information:

Tips to Help You Start Sleeping Better Tonight

Throughout the day there are things you can do to get better sleep at night. Read tips or download the printable pdf  version here.

More tips for specific audiences:

Take Action for Better Sleep

These ActionSets are designed to help you make simple changes to get better sleep.

Address Your Stress

If stress is keeping you awake at night, turn to Hill Physicians’ stress management resources. Check out our stress management tools for coping with insomnia.

Increase Your Coping Skills

Sleep problems are common among people who are battling depression. Sleep problems might lead to depression or make symptoms worse, and depression can cause sleep disturbances. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help to address negative thoughts and beliefs about either condition, which often lead to further disruption in sleep. 

More information:

Make Decisions about Sleep Problems

You are an important partner in making decisions about your healthcare. There are many factors to consider when making a decision. The following guides can help you identify these considerations and focus on what is best for you.

Learn More About Sleep Problems

Common Questions about Insomnia

Get answers to common questions about insomnia.

Learn more. . .

Download our Tips for More Restful Sleep

Simple changes in your routine, diet, and environment can help you put this common sleep disorder to bed.

Tips for More Restful Sleep

Health Library Topics

We’re proud to partner with Healthwise to deliver the Healthwise Knowledgebase® to you. The following topics have been selected to help you learn more about common causes of sleep problems, how problems are diagnosed and treatment options.

General Overviews and Common Causes of Sleep Problems

Sleep Problems Related to Other Conditions and Stages of Life

Tests for Diagnosing Sleep Problems

Treatment Options for Sleep Problems

Learn more about common treatment options for general sleep problems, including behavioral approaches, over-the-counter medicines and supplements, and prescription medicines. Also learn about other treatment options for snoring and sleep apnea.

Learn more about treatment options for sleep problems 

Hill Physicians Programs & Resources

A Better Night's Sleep podcast series

Learn about insomnia, its causes, and try a guided imagery exercise to help you get more restful sleep. To play a podcast, simply click an image below and your media player will launch. To download a podcast see these instructions. . .

 

Prepare to Sleep Better
MP3 file - 5.74MB
4min. 11 sec.

A Better Night's Sleep
MP3 file - 12.6MB
13min. 48 sec.

Listen to more
Relaxation Podcasts. . .

Tips to Help You Start Sleeping Better Tonight

Throughout the day there are things you can do to get better sleep at night. Learn more. . .

Discounted Massage and Yoga Services

We're pleased to partner with independent massage therapists and yoga instructors to offer Hill Physicians members a 15 percent discount on these services. Visit our Health & Wellness Discounts center to locate a participating therapist or class near you

Resources for Other Conditions Related to Sleep Problems

Support and Resources

Hill Physicians recommends the following resources and support groups for those coping with sleep problems.

General Sleep Resources

Resources for Teens

Sleep Apnea Resources

*The information provided is meant to aid in your education on health and wellness. Hill Physicians strongly recommends that you seek the advice of a medical professional for any and all medical and/or psychological ailments.

 

Follow Hill

Physician Directory

Talk to Your Doctor Online

Health Library

Biblioteca Virtual de Salud

Health Information Center


Search our physician directory for your new PCP. Like us on Facebook for tips, treats and the latest in health news.