If you’re struggling to get a good night’s sleep for more than a month, it’s probably time to speak to a professional about your sleep issues. Since insomnia is often a symptom of a larger issue, the sooner you address it, the sooner you’ll start to feel better. If your partner mentions that you seem to stop breathing during periods of sleep, you may have sleep apnea. This is a serious medical condition that should be addressed by your primary care physician or a sleep disorder specialist. A medical sleep study may be in order to get a proper diagnosis. If your sleep issues are in response to a stressful or traumatic event, you should seek care from a mental health provider. These professionals can assist you using different types of therapy or with short term use of a prescribed sleep medication.