Many people experience insomnia after concussion or TBI, even months or years later. Difficulty falling asleep, waking repeatedly during the night, vivid dreams, poor-quality sleep, excessive daytime fatigue, and feeling “tired but wired” are all common complaints after brain injury. Unfortunately, poor sleep after concussion can also worsen many other symptoms associated with TBI — including depression, anxiety, irritability, pain, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and emotional regulation.

Mother’s Day can be a warm, meaningful day—but it can also carry a quiet kind of pressure. Expectations to feel grateful, connected, rested, or celebrated don’t always match reality. For many people—whether you’re a mother, have a complicated relationship with your own, or are grieving—this day can stir up anxiety, emotional intensity, and, often, disrupted sleep. Let’s talk about that openly.

A practical guide to using blue light blocking glasses during CBT-I, including when to wear them, when to wait, and how light timing affects sleep and circadian rhythm.