While there is no outright cure for insomnia, there certainly are treatments for   insomnia. Understanding that there are three different types of insomnia is important.
Transient and intermittent are temporary types of insomnia and usually only last a few days.

Usually sleeping patterns will return to normal without the need for medication. These types of insomnia are generally caused by stress and changes of routine which are commonplace in today’s hectic lifestyle.
Chronic insomnia however is far more serious. Treating chronic insomnia is as complex as the condition itself as often it is the result of physical or psychological disorders. Intense stress can often be a reason and its effect on the body and mind are profound.

If the cause is psychological, chronic insomnia can be worsened by using over the counter medication which ultimately will not solve the root problem.
While it may mask the problem and aide in sleep in the short term, the insomnia will likely present itself again in the future. Our sleeping patterns are fragile and easily affected.
Medications certainly can be useful especially to assist in getting back into routine or a sleeping pattern but reliance on these pills is very common. Adding not being able to sleep without the use of pills to an existing sleep problem can be very detrimental to one’s health.
Curing insomnia can often be as simple as adopting relaxation techniques, controlled breathing, using natural insomnia remedies, meditation which will help the mind ‘switch off’ and association. Many cases of insomnia are psychological and association plays a major role. When a person associates sleeptime with feelings of frustration, usease and the inability to fall asleep, quite often the chance of sleep is minimal.
The protein tryptophan which is found in some foods has been known to assist sleep. Food with a high content of this protein include, milk, tuna,bananas, turkey and figs. Alcohol should be avoided at all costs as it prevents the deep levels of sleep when rapid eye movement occur.
Lack of sleep can have far reaching consequences on a person’s life and if insomnia persists a doctor should be consulted. A person may need to be open to the possiblity that the root of the issue may be a psychological one and treatment may be in the form of psychiatry rather than over the counter medication.
It is essential to look at all aspects of one’s life if a treatment for insomnia is to be found. Our sleep is precious and only someone who has suffered from insomnia will know just how cruel this condition can be.