Abstract

*Dr. Ramavath Hari Priya and Dr. Priya Darshini Kanneganti

ABSTRACT

Background: Insomnia is a prevalent concern among healthcare professionals, especially doctors, due to long working hours, night shifts, and psychological stress. It affects cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall health, ultimately influencing patient care. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 200 doctors in Andhra Pradesh using an online questionnaire to assess sleep patterns, insomnia severity, work hours, and associated risk factors. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Software. Results: The study found that 19.8% of doctors experienced frequent difficulty falling asleep, 49.5% sometimes, and 39.9% occasionally woke up during the night. Most participants (54.5%) reported sleeping 6–7 hours on workdays, and 25.7% slept only 5 hours. Work-related stress, night shifts, caffeine consumption, and electronic device use before bed were significant contributors to insomnia. Furthermore, 62.4% reported that lack of sleep negatively affected job performance, and 53% felt it impacted personal relationships. Conclusion: Insomnia among doctors is a significant issue that negatively affects their well-being and job performance. Addressing work-related stress, promoting sleep hygiene, and providing mental health support are essential to mitigating this issue.