Insomnia can be defined as a goal or apparent complexity in falling and staying asleep. Dissimilarities in the variables used to measure sleep onset time, falling asleep time and wake time by some, sleepiness, irritability or other disturbances of daytime function by others, make difficult comparisons between studies. Treatments for insomnia that have been confirmed to be effective include sleep restriction, in which the patient is asked to stay in bed for as long as they are actually sleeping, stimulus control, no activity in the bedroom, except sleep and sex, and a variety of relaxation methods. methods, particularly in the case of multimodal sleep clinics (Rowe, 1995). Although sleeping pills are a big market, research has shown that the most effective treatment for insomnia is actually cognitive behavioral therapy. This approach to psychotherapy was first founded by leading researchers such as Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck. Beck's outstanding research, theoretical formulation, and clinical methods were first published in a series of considerable books and articles in the 1960s and 1970s. Additional research since the publication of these books and articles has shown the usefulness and effectiveness of this therapeutic approach for regular psychological and physical disorders, including anxiety, chronic pain and insomnia. The most remarkable aspect of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia is that it actually treats the cause of insomnia itself and not just the indications like medications do. Additionally, CBT may be combined with medication administration for patients who need rapid relief or to primarily help break a pattern of insomnia. CBT works because the root cause of insomnia is above middle of paper...insomnia, a condition that exists within itself. Plus, the effects seem to last. There is no evidence that the therapy has any pessimistic side effects. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia involves regular practice, and some progress may result in loss of sleep at first. But you have to stick with it, and it is likely that they will achieve lasting results (Treatment of insomnia: cognitive behavioral therapy instead of sleeping pills, 2011). The current idea of ​​relying on medication to treat insomnia is slowly being eroded by those who favor it. cognitive-behavioral therapy. This therapy has been shown to have positive effects without negative side effects. The same cannot be said for most medications currently in use. CBT, like most things dealing with behavior, takes time to work. Having patience is the key to success.