Insomnia self-help
How to Get CBT-I on the NHS (and When Paying Makes Sense)
CBT for insomnia is available free on the NHS in many areas. The routes to try first, how to ask your GP, and what to do if nothing is offered near you.
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Insomnia self-help
Articles on the behavioural approach to insomnia. They cover why the usual tips fall short, what the method involves, how to start on your own, and when to see a clinician first.
Insomnia self-help
How Long Does CBT-I Take? A Realistic Week-by-Week Picture
CBT-I usually runs for around six weeks, but the weeks do not all feel the same. A realistic picture of what to expect and when.
Insomnia self-help
Why the First Weeks of CBT-I Can Feel Harder (and What Is Normal)
Many people feel more tired in the first weeks of CBT-I. Why that happens, what the research found, and when to stop and ask for help.
Insomnia self-help
Is It Insomnia, or Something Else?
Not every rough patch of sleep is insomnia. A few patterns can look similar but call for a different next step.
Insomnia self-help
How to Start the Approach Safely
Starting carefully matters more than starting perfectly. A sensible way in, and when to speak to a clinician first.
Insomnia self-help
The Two Ingredients at the Heart of the Method
Most of the approach rests on two ideas used side by side. This piece introduces them without the jargon.
Insomnia self-help
Why Sleep Hygiene Isn't Enough on Its Own
A calm bedroom and a steady routine matter, but on their own they rarely settle long-running sleep trouble. Why, in plain terms.