Psychiatrist: Insomnia lasting over two weeks needs psychological evaluation
Dr. Ibrahim Hamdi says insomnia persisting beyond two weeks, especially if it affects daily life, may require a professional mental health assessment.
Key Takeaways
AIDr. Ibrahim Hamdi, consultant psychiatrist, has clarified the distinction between normal insomnia and cases that require evaluation.
Speaking via the Ministry of Health’s “Live Well” account on X, he said that anyone experiencing insomnia should ask themselves, “Am I sleeping well, or do I truly have insomnia?”
He added that it is normal for people to experience a few days of insomnia due to disruptions in their biological clock or increased caffeine intake.
However, if insomnia persists for more than two weeks, with ongoing difficulty falling asleep, poor sleep quality, fragmented sleep, and fatigue upon waking that impacts daily life, concentration, and productivity, it is likely a case of insomnia that requires a thorough psychological evaluation.
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