Insomnia Disorder

These new AHRQ publications can help clinicians and patients effectively manage insomnia disorder, defined as a long-term condition in which a person has trouble sleeping at least three nights each week for at least three months. The clinical guide Management of Insomnia Disorder in Adults: Current State of the Evidence found evidence that cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia can be effective and safe as a treatment. Some short-term studies found that medications were also effective for treating insomnia, but they have potential side effects. Also available is AHRQ’s guide for patients about managing insomnia disorder that will help inform treatment option discussions between clinicians, patients and caregivers.