Original article on mindbodygreen.
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Waking up in the middle of the night, aka “middle insomnia,” is an extremely common type of insomnia and extremely frustrating for those who suffer from it. This is especially true for those who really try to prioritize sleep and good sleep hygiene; those who did the responsible thing and brushed their teeth, got in bed, fell asleep by 10 p.m.—but now it’s 2 a.m. and they’re wide-awake and wired. What gives?
Insomnia of any kind is a multifactorial issue, deeply related to underlying health issues, and typically can’t be attributed to just one thing. Before you turn to over-the-counter medications or talk to your doctor about a prescription sleep aid, consider these five common causes of middle insomnia…
