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What are all of the causes of insomnia (both mental & physical)? also, how can one treat insomnia if good sleep hygiene has failed to help?
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Many things: Could cause insomnia Speak to a physician to rule out medical issues if they do not find medical cause, it may be connected to stress. You may want to consider working with a psychologist to reduce stress. Also learning self hypnosis is a highly successful way to cure stress related insomnia.
Answered 6/11/2017
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