So many of us have trouble sleeping on a regular basis but push it aside and try not to label it a chronic problem. Insomnia is problem and can have far reaching health effects if left untreated, not to mention the effects it has on daily functioning.
This article provides a good overview of the effects of insomnia and various treatment methods. We support a drug-free approach because it not only is better for you, has zero side-effects but it's long lasting and effective because it gets at the root cause of the problem, unlike medication.
http://www.healthline.com/health/insomnia-concerns#Effectsandimpact2