Number the sentences according to their level of generality from 1 to 5 (1 being the most general). The topic sentence is the only sentence that is level 1.
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1 | | Insomnia, which causes people to have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, is one of the most common types of sleep disorders. |
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2 | | Almost everyone has experienced occasional insomnia, also called transient insomnia. |
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3 | | This kind of insomnia does not usually require medical intervention. |
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4 | | People who experience insomnia fairly regularly, though not constantly, are said to have intermittent insomnia. |
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5 | | Both transient and intermittent insomnia are often caused by mental or physical problems, such as pain or worry. |
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6 | | They may also be the result of environmental conditions, such as extreme temperatures or noise. |
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7 | | When these conditions disappear, the insomnia does too. |
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8 | | However, constant insomnia, also known as chronic insomnia, is a much more complex and difficult problem. |
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9 | | It can be very disruptive to people's lives, causing continual irritation, tiredness, and an inability to concentrate. |
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10 | | It can also be a symptom of a serious medical problem, such as heart failure or kidney disease. |
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11 | | For these reasons, people with chronic insomnia are advised to seek medical help. |
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