Researchers of a recent study examined the factors associated with insomnia in adults over a period of 5 years. The researchers identified protective and risk factors, categorized as predisposing or precipitating factors, that were significantly linked to insomnia. Predisposing factors included anxiety, depression, perceived stress, negative life events, worse general health, pain, vulnerability to stress, and maladaptive emotional coping. Precipitating factors included loss of income, increased anxiety, depression, perceived stress, decline in general health, and increased pain. The study involved 3413 participants and utilized various questionnaires to measure insomnia and potential risk factors.
The researchers emphasized the need for clinical care and large-scale sleep health interventions to address the significant public health concern posed by insomnia, particularly among women, older adults, and those facing socioeconomic hardships.
Reference: Ciccone I. Findings Reveal Protective, Risk Factors Associated With Insomnia in Adults. Neurology Live. Published June 10, 2023. Accessed June 19, 2023. https://www.neurologylive.com/view/findings-reveal-protective-risk-factors-associated-insomnia-adults.
