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Signs of Insomnia

Signs of Insomnia
Signs of Insomnia
Insomnia doesnât always look the same from person to person. Sometimes itâs obviousâother times itâs just a subtle shift in how you feel or function. These cards outline some of the most common signs to help you reflect on what your sleep may be telling you.
Take the insomnia screener if youâd like to get a clearer sense of whatâs going on.
đ¤ Trouble Falling Asleep
You lie down, but your mind stays busy. You watch the hours pass. Sleep feels far away even when youâre exhausted.
đ Frequent Night Waking
You fall asleepâbut wake up at 2, 3, or 4AM. Sometimes you fall back asleep, sometimes you canât. If this is a pattern, you might find our guide on early morning waking helpful.
đ¤ Early Morning Waking
You wake up earlier than you want to, even if you went to bed late. Itâs hard to feel rested.
đ Rest Doesnât Feel Restful
You spend enough time in bed, but you wake up groggy or unrefreshed, like sleep didnât âwork.â
đ§ Racing Thoughts at Night
Your body is ready to rest, but your brain spins through to-do lists, worries, or what-ifs.
đ Daytime Fatigue
Youâre dragging through the day, mentally foggy or physically drainedâeven after a âfullâ night in bed.
đ Mood Changes
You feel more irritable, anxious, or low latelyâand sleep (or lack of it) might be part of the picture.
đ§Š Trouble Concentrating
Work, school, or simple tasks feel harder to focus on. Sleep quality may be affecting your brain clarity.
đ Inconsistent Sleep Patterns
Some nights you sleep fine. Others are restless. The lack of consistency makes it harder to plan or cope.
đą Relying on Screens to Fall Asleep
You feel dependent on your phone, TV, or other distractions to quiet your mind and drift off.
đ Fear of Going to Sleep
You dread bedtime. Not because you're not tiredâbut because you're afraid you wonât be able to fall asleep, or that the night will feel long and restless.
đŤ Could It Be Sleep Apnea?
If you're waking up tired, groggy, or with a dry mouthâeven after a full night in bedâit might not just be insomnia. Sleep apnea can interrupt your rest without you even realizing it. If youâve noticed snoring, morning headaches, or unrefreshing sleep, itâs worth checking in.
ClaraWell⢠offers a quick sleep apnea screener that can help you understand if it may be part of your sleep picture.
Insomnia can start subtly. Maybe it's a 3AM wake-up, trouble falling asleep, or waking up tired despite a full night in bed. These are all signs your sleep rhythm might be off. Even habits like screen use before bed or feeling anxious at night can point to deeper sleep struggles. ClaraWell⢠helps you recognize these signs with clarity and care.
Noticing one or more of these signs? ClaraWellâs free screener can help you reflect on your sleep patterns and understand if they might point to insomnia.
Take the Insomnia Risk Screener