Waking up once during the night is normal. In fact, brief awakenings between sleep cycles happen to everyone. However, repeatedly waking up throughout the night and struggling to return to sleep can leave you feeling exhausted, frustrated, and unrefreshed.
Frequent nighttime awakenings are one of the most common sleep complaints and can be caused by many different factors, including stress, lifestyle habits, medical conditions, and sleep disorders.
Understanding why you wake up at night is the first step toward improving sleep quality.