Detailed history

A sleep specialist may ask you many questions about your health and symptoms. Your sleep partner will also be asked about your symptoms, such as snoring or movement during the night, since you may not be aware of many events that happen in your sleep.

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Questions your sleep specialist may ask include:

• How long has your insomnia lasted?
• Do you have trouble falling asleep, staying awake, or do you wake up too early in the morning?
• What factors have caused or contributed to your insomnia (stressful events, relationships with others, problems with money, etc.)?
• What have you done in the past to help with your insomnia?
• Do you use caffeine, alcohol, or tobacco products?
• What medicines do you take, including over-the-counter medicines and herbal remedies?
• What is your sleep routine?
• What is your evening routine (responsibilities at home, chores, childcare, exercise, eating times)?
• What is your work schedule, including shift work or a "second" job?
• What is your medical history (include any evaluation and treatment of a sleep disorder)?
• Describe your bedroom.
• Describe how you perform at work and/or school.