Who Is At Risk For Insomnia?

Insomnia is a common disorder. One in 3 adults occasionally has insomnia. One in 10 adults has chronic insomnia. Insomnia affects women more often than men, and it can occur at any age. However, older adults are more likely to have insomnia than younger people. People especially prone to insomnia include those who are:

• Under a lot of stress
• Depressed or who have other emotional distress
• Working at night or having frequent major shifts in their work hours
• Traveling long distances with time changes (jet lag)