I feel scared to go to sleep. Could someone tell me why and what to do?

Answer 1

are u scared of someone...sometimes i get like that, try to relax and think about something good..hope this helps...nightynight

Answer 2

I can provide you an answer, if I don't know what the reasons are.
If you have nightmares or not, you should go to a psychiatrist, because only a doctor can analyze the reasons, the roots. It can be more complicated than you think, and only a medical treatment can give you a better sleep. Your fear could have deeper origins. And after being cured, you will sleep after a few months, without any medication. Because the lack of the sleep, you cannot work or go to school, if you are a student. The brain needs the 7-8 hours sleep, to regenerate itself, to process the informations received during the day and to help the immune system. Without sleep, the human beings cannot live.

Answer 3

OMG honey I know exactly how you feel! I used to be very anxious about sleeping because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to fall asleep! I would worry and worry that I wouldn't fall asleep and obviously this would keep me up and lead to more anxiety. It was like a vicious cycle which normally ended in a panic attack. I finally went to the doctors after I realized I was addicted to Excedrin PM.

I was diagnosed with OCD(obsessive compulsive disorder) and started therapy. I've been to five different therapists at different times in my life and have tried almost every anti-anxiety pill there is out there. I finally found a pill that worked wonderfully for me- the anxiety was completely gone and I didn't need my prescription sleep aids anymore. But then I gained 15 pounds in a month and that caused a different type of anxiety about my weight.

Basically to sum everything up...I know how you feel. It was a long and tough road but I am much better now. I learned so much about myself and have grown more in the past six years than I could have possibly imagined. I am back on the medicine that worked so well because after my body matured more I was able to handle the dosage without the side effects. I don't worry about sleep anymore and have not taken my sleeping pills for two full weeks (the longest I've ever gone without a pill in eight years). So if you feel as though your anxiety is as severe as what mine was I highly recommend seeing a therapist and at least talking about it- you may find that it is simply some unconscious concern you have.

If it isn't as severe, try yoga or deep breathing to calm your mind before you go to bed. Or relaxation techniques such as tensing and then releasing every muscle in your body sequentially. Whatever it is, there IS something out there that will help you sleep better- I promise!

Good luck!

Answer 4

It sounds like you're experiencing symptoms of anxiety and insomnia. Don't worry. Something can be done about it.

The first thing I recommend you do is to make an appointment with a good medical doctor (but not a psychiatrist) to do a complete medical workup on you and a full panel of blood tests. The tests may reveal a root cause of your depression and anxiety -- perhaps you have a vitamin deficiency, hormonal imbalance, lack of certain amino acids or a low-functioning thyroid. All of these things can be tested for and treated. Perhaps, once you have all of that corrected you won't need to take anything for your anxiety and insomnia because the underlying cause will be corrected. Safe Harbor runs a website with a directory of holistic medical practitioners who will help you find the root cause of your anxiety and insomnia: http://www.alternativementalhealth.com

If you do that, and your doctor finds all of your tests came back normal or if you start taking some supplements prescribed by your doctor but still don't feel markedly better then you may want to consider talking to your doctor about taking some herbs. Here are some herbs that you may find helpful:

Kava (Piper methysticum) is a member of the pepper family that has been cultivated by Pacific Islanders for over 3000 years for use as a social and ceremonial drink. The first description of kava came to the west with Captain James Cook, who traveled through the South Seas in a number of celebrated voyages. To this day, when village elders or others in the Pacific Islands come together for a significant meeting, they begin with an elaborate kava ceremony. Currently, kava is used in Europe and increasingly in the United States to treat stress, anxiety, and insomnia.

Valerian: Nature's valium. Another favorite for the treatment of anxiety is valerian. Derived from the dried rhizomes and roots of this tall plant, which grows in wet soil in many countries, valerian has been used for thousands of years as a folk remedy. As a natural relaxant, it is useful for several disorders including restlessness, nervousness, insomnia, menstural problems, and "nervous" stomach. Valerian acts on the brain's GABA receptors to produce a tranquilizing action that is similar to Valium-type drugs, but without the same side effects.

You can take herbs on your own without discussing it with your doctor or an herbalist (they're available even at the corner drug store as well as on the internet and in health food store) But I recommend taking herbs under the supervision of a doctor or herbalist to make sure that you're taking the herbs and dosages that are right for you. I'll give you the website for the American Herbalists Guild: http://www.americanherbalistsguild.com... Or if you really would like to see a psychiatrist, there aren't a lot of good ones but one who's awesome is located in Pacific Palisades California and I believe you can get medical advice from her by email (for a fee) Dr. Cass's website is listed below. Dr. Cass, unlike most psychiatrists, is an orthomolecular psychiatrist who has extensive knowledge of herbal remedies and tries to avoid psychiatric labelling of people.

Answer 5

it could be several reasons. do you have nightmares? are you stressed out over something that may have happened when you've been sleeping? are you afraid something is going to happen if you fall asleep? need a little more imfo. but I would talk to someone you trust minister/priest or school couselor that helps
take care!!!

Answer 6

Go rent the movie, "Nightmare on Elm Street".

Answer 7

I sometimes have that after watching horror movies..just pray and relax your mind

Answer 8

it anxiety attack tell your doctor go to a female doctor believe me thy seen to understand this more,believe I know

Answer 9

feel free... clear your mind before go to bed....