Health Tip: Managing Insomnia

(HealthDay News) -- A good night's sleep is important for physical and mental health.

Long-lasting sleep problems can increase your risk of anxiety or depression, the U.S. National Institutes of Health says.

The NIH suggests these ways to manage insomnia:

• Talk to your doctor.
• Seek cognitive behavioral therapy or relaxation therapy.
• Set good bedtime habits.
• Consider sleep medicine.