Risk Factors for Insomnia

Insomnia and Age

Several changes that normally occur with aging may cause insomnia. It may be caused by changes in sleep patterns, activities or factors that affect health such as having age-related illnesses.

Insomnia and Gender

Women are found to be at a higher risk for insomnia. This is attributable to the hormonal shifts during the menstrual cycle and in menopause play. Many women experience sleep problems during perimenopause. Night sweats and hot flashes often disturb sleep of women their menopause.

Insomnia and Stress & Mental Disorder

Having psychological issues ranging from everyday stress to major anxiety may increase your risk for insomnia.