Insomnia is defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep. Insomnia is more common than we can imagine. It is estimated that up to 35% of people have some form of brief or short term insomnia worldwide. Also about 10% of people have chronic or long term insomnia . That is the difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep has lasted for months. In this episode of Youth+emo, I explore the non-medical and medical management of insomnia from the point of view as a psychotherapist and pharmacist. This episode includes over the counter medications and prescription medications used in the treatment management of insomnia. what causes insomnia? when does lack of sleep becomes a problem? Can you buy how effective are OTC medications for insomnia? Are the medications addictive? Do they have side effects?  I hope you find this episode informative and please share with your family and friends who might need to hear this. #insomnia #sleep #youth+emo #medications #mentalhealth #alcohol #sleeplessness #drowsy #anxiety #therapy #cbt