as in restlessness
the inability to obtain adequate sleep
has suffered from insomnia virtually his entire life
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Sleep disturbances, including insomnia, restless sleep, and daytime drowsiness, are common in people with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.
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Paul McClure 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2025
Women under chronic stress are more susceptible to burnout, anxiety, depression and even physical health issues, such as insomnia and digestive problems.
—Melanie Schild, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
To better understand the cause of her chronic pain and insomnia, Liz Tenuto majored in psychology.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 25 June 2025
Despite his best efforts to prepare for the performances, Jackson was reportedly experiencing insomnia.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 25 June 2025
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Paul McClure 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2025
Women under chronic stress are more susceptible to burnout, anxiety, depression and even physical health issues, such as insomnia and digestive problems.
—Melanie Schild, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
To better understand the cause of her chronic pain and insomnia, Liz Tenuto majored in psychology.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 25 June 2025
Despite his best efforts to prepare for the performances, Jackson was reportedly experiencing insomnia.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 25 June 2025
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“Insomnia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insomnia. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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