Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early and being unable to return to sleep. It can be acute (short-term, lasting days to weeks) or chronic (lasting 3 months or more). Insomnia affects about 10-15% of adults chronically.

What are the different types of insomnia?

There are three main types: Sleep Onset Insomnia (difficulty falling asleep, typically taking more than 30 minutes), Sleep Maintenance Insomnia (waking frequently during the night or for long periods), and Early Morning Awakening (waking too early and being unable to fall back asleep). Many people experience a combination of these types.

When should I see a doctor about insomnia?

You should consult a healthcare provider if your sleep problems persist for more than 3 weeks, significantly impact your daily functioning, are accompanied by other symptoms like breathing difficulties or pain, or if you've tried improving sleep hygiene without success. Chronic insomnia (3+ months) should always be evaluated professionally.

What is sleep efficiency?

Sleep efficiency is the percentage of time you spend actually sleeping while in bed. It's calculated by dividing total sleep time by total time in bed and multiplying by 100. A sleep efficiency of 85% or higher is considered healthy. Lower percentages may indicate insomnia or other sleep issues.

Insomnia Quiz

Assess your insomnia severity, identify your insomnia type, and get a personalized action plan based on your specific sleep patterns.

Sleep Assessment

Answer honestly based on the past 2 weeks

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Insomnia Severity

Rate your sleep difficulties over the past 2 weeks

1. Difficulty falling asleep

None

Mild

Moderate

Severe

Very Severe

2. Difficulty staying asleep

None

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Moderate

Severe

Very Severe

3. Problem waking up too early

None

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Very Severe

Sleep Satisfaction & Impact

How does your sleep affect your daily life?

4. How satisfied are you with your current sleep pattern?

Very Satisfied

Satisfied

Neutral

Dissatisfied

Very Dissatisfied

5. How much does your sleep problem interfere with daily functioning?(fatigue, concentration, memory, mood)

Not at all

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Somewhat

Much

Very much

6. How noticeable to others is your sleep problem?(in terms of impairing your quality of life)

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Barely

Somewhat

Much

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7. How worried are you about your current sleep problem?

Not at all

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Sleep Efficiency

Help us calculate your sleep efficiency

8. On a typical night, what time do you go to bed and wake up?

Bedtime

Wake time

9. How long does it typically take you to fall asleep?

10. How many times do you typically wake up during the night?

11. Total time awake during the night (after initially falling asleep)?

Contributing Factors

What might be affecting your sleep?

12. How would you rate your stress levels over the past 2 weeks?

13. How often do you use screens within 1 hour of bed?

14. How often do you consume caffeine after 2pm?

15. How would you describe your bedroom environment?

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Your Insomnia Assessment

Based on your responses over the past 2 weeks

Insomnia Severity Score

None (0-7)Mild (8-14)Moderate (15-21)Severe (22-28)

No Clinically Significant Insomnia

Your Type Sleep Onset Insomnia

Common Characteristics

Contributing Factors Identified

Your Personalized Action Plan

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Track Your Progress Consider retaking this assessment in 2-4 weeks to monitor changes in your sleep patterns, especially if you've made lifestyle adjustments or started treatment.

Important: This quiz is for educational purposes only and is not a medical diagnosis. It is based on the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), a validated screening tool. If you're experiencing persistent sleep problems, please consult a healthcare provider or sleep specialist for proper evaluation and treatment.

Understanding Insomnia Types ▼

Sleep Onset Insomnia

Difficulty falling asleep at the beginning of the night. If you consistently take more than 30 minutes to fall asleep, you may have sleep onset insomnia. This type is often associated with anxiety, racing thoughts, or poor sleep timing.

Sleep Maintenance Insomnia

Difficulty staying asleep throughout the night. You may wake multiple times or for extended periods. This type is often associated with stress, pain, sleep apnea, or environmental factors like noise or light.

Early Morning Awakening

Waking up earlier than desired (typically 2+ hours before intended) and being unable to fall back asleep. This type is often associated with depression, circadian rhythm issues, or aging.

Mixed Insomnia

A combination of two or more types. Many people experience difficulty both falling asleep and staying asleep. Mixed insomnia often indicates more complex underlying factors that may benefit from professional evaluation.

About This Assessment ▼

Clinical Foundation

This quiz incorporates questions from the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), a validated clinical tool developed by Dr. Charles Morin and widely used in sleep research and clinical practice.

What We Assess

Severity of sleep onset, maintenance, and early awakening problems
Sleep satisfaction and quality of life impact
Sleep efficiency (actual sleep time vs. time in bed)
Contributing lifestyle and environmental factors

Limitations

This online assessment cannot diagnose sleep disorders or identify underlying medical conditions. Always consult a healthcare provider for persistent sleep issues.

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