The Social Security Administration has announced the 2017 Social Security benefit amounts, and the maximum withholding change for 2017. The maximum taxable earnings for Social Security withholding for 2017 are $127,200. This maximum is up from $118,500 for 2016 and 2015.
Medications such as those taken for the common cold and nasal allergies, high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease, birth control, asthma, and depression can also cause insomnia. In addition, insomnia may be a symptom of underlying sleep disorders.
Medical Causes of Insomnia. There are many medical conditions (some mild and others more serious) that can lead to insomnia. In some cases, a medical condition itself causes insomnia, while in other cases, symptoms of the condition cause discomfort that can make it difficult for a person to sleep. Examples of medical conditions that can cause insomnia are: 1  Nasal/sinus allergies. 2  Gastrointestinal problems such as reflux. 3  Endocrine problems such as hyperthyroidism. 4  Arthritis. 5  Asthma. 6  Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease. 7  Chronic pain. 8  Low back pain.