Symptoms of Insomnia
Insomnia affects millions of adults, impacting work performance and quality of life. Understanding symptoms helps identify when professional treatment is needed.
Types of Insomnia
Sleep Onset Insomnia
Difficulty falling asleep despite being tired. You lie awake for 30+ minutes regularly.
Sleep Maintenance Insomnia
Frequent awakenings during the night. You wake up and struggle to fall back asleep.
Early Morning Awakening
Waking up 2-3 hours earlier than desired and unable to fall back asleep.
Common Insomnia Symptoms
Nighttime Symptoms
- •Difficulty falling asleep
- •Frequent nighttime awakenings
- •Difficulty returning to sleep
- •Restless or fitful sleep
Daytime Symptoms
- •Excessive daytime sleepiness
- •Fatigue and low energy
- •Difficulty concentrating
- •Irritability and mood changes
How Insomnia Affects Your Life
- →Work Performance: Reduced productivity, difficulty with complex tasks, poor decision-making
- →Safety: Impaired driving ability, increased accident risk
- →Health: Weakened immune system, increased infection risk
- →Mental Health: Increased anxiety and depression risk
- →Relationships: Irritability affecting family and work relationships
Acute vs Chronic Insomnia
Acute Insomnia
Short-term, lasting weeks to a few months
Often triggered by stress, life changes, or anxiety. Usually resolves when the stressor is addressed.
Chronic Insomnia
Long-term, lasting 3+ months with 3+ nights per week
Requires professional treatment. May be related to underlying mental health conditions or medical issues.
When to See a Psychiatrist
- ✓Insomnia lasting more than 3 weeks
- ✓Sleep problems affecting daytime functioning
- ✓Insomnia without clear life stressor
- ✓Insomnia related to depression or anxiety
- ✓Self-medication with alcohol or drugs
Insomnia Treatment Options
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Most effective treatment. Addresses thoughts and behaviors affecting sleep. Learn more →
Sleep Medications
Prescription sleep aids used when behavioral approaches need additional support. Learn more →
Comprehensive Sleep Disorder Treatment
Personalized treatment addressing underlying causes and improving sleep quality. Learn more →
Why Choose Dr Sidharth Sood
Elite Medical Credentials
- ✓ DM Addiction Psychiatry – AIIMS New Delhi (rare specialization - only 5-10 specialists per year in India)
- ✓ MD Psychiatry – Institute of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences (IHBAS)
- ✓ DNB Psychiatry – National Board of Examinations
- ✓ MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
Proven Expertise
- ✓ Evidence-based psychiatric treatment with latest protocols
- ✓ Addiction psychiatry specialist with DM qualification
- ✓ Advanced neuromodulation therapies (TMS, Theta Burst Stimulation)
- ✓ Personalized treatment plans with proven recovery outcomes
Our Treatment Approach
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough psychiatric assessment to understand your unique condition and treatment needs
Evidence-Based Care
Latest medications, therapies and protocols based on clinical research and best practices
Compassionate Support
Confidential, respectful care focused on your recovery and long-term wellbeing
Recognized Authority
50+
Patients Monthly
4.9/5
Patient Rating (43 reviews)
15+
Years Experience
AIIMS
Trained Specialist
Sleep Disorders in Delhi
Dr Sidharth Sood provides expert sleep disorders across multiple convenient locations in Delhi and NCR region. Serving patients from various areas of Delhi with personalized psychiatric care.
South Delhi
Dwarka, Patel Nagar, Janakpuri
West Delhi
Nangloi, Krishan Garden, Najafgarh
Central Delhi
New Delhi, Karol Bagh, Paharganj
East Delhi
Noida, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida
NCR Region
Gurgaon, Sonipat, Faridabad
Why Delhi Patients Choose Dr Sidharth Sood
- ✓ Multiple convenient clinic locations across Delhi and NCR for easy access
- ✓ Online consultations available for patients across Delhi and India
- ✓ AIIMS-trained specialist with DM Addiction Psychiatry from India's leading medical institute
- ✓ Evening appointments available for working professionals in Delhi
- ✓ Confidential and compassionate care in South Delhi's premier mental health clinic
Sleep Better with Professional Help
Don't let insomnia continue affecting your health and quality of life. Professional psychiatric treatment can help you sleep better.