How common is insomnia?
Insomnia is very common and can affect people at any stage in life. In fact, it affects up to 10% to 15% of adults.1
One study reported that about 1 out of 5 children has insomnia.2 It is more common in women and older people. Almost half of older adults are affected by sleep problems, and up to 14% use sleeping pills regularly.3
| Author: | Merrill Hayden | Last Updated: November 12, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Jan Ulfberg, MD, PhD - Sleep Disorders | |
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