You have received many good answers here, I'm just adding a small post for your consideration. Insomnia is often part of depression! I don't mean to imply that you are suffering from depression, but you may want to approach a Dr. that has some idea about depression rather than just getting Ambein, etc.
Depression often causes insomnia in the same manner as stress. Something is troubling us that we feel that we should be able to solve, as soon as we begin to relax thoughts intrude about what is bothering us, why, how it started, how it can be controlled, how it can be ended, etc. Often it is simply something that is beyond our control and we can't accept that as the answer.
Plain insomnia, or depression related insomnia, both will leave you incapable of coherent thought after a while. That's not good for anyone, please see a Dr. These symptons and the lack of sleep can escalate rapidly. I'd rather see a Dr. and find out I had insomnia and then deal with it, then to not see a Dr then find out I was exhibiting early signs of depression at a stage where it's much more manageable to treat.
2006-12-31 20:49:47
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answered by Greg I 3
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I Travel a Lot and Find My Body Clock is None existent.
I always find a Good walk in the Daylight,avoiding Alcohol, eating your evening meal at least 3 Hours before bed.
And Drinking Lots of herbal Tea (Fennel or peppermint are Great).
Also, keep your Bedroom temperature Cool or Cold if you can bear it!(It's always better to get warm and stay warm in bed-rather than being over heated!).
If your Job means you do No physical exercise-then you need to get out into the daylight, this will help regulate your Sleeping patterns.
Hope this helps.
2006-12-31 19:29:35
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answered by J. Charles 6
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Ah~ Finally. Somebody with the same problem. You know what you should do? Turn off your mind. Wait, wait! I know it's not easy, believe me, I know it's not. Just try to get rid of all the stuff that has happened through your day. Inhale the scent of the sheets, and just go to sleep. But unfortunatly, it's not that simple for me. You see, I'm narcoleptic. It's a very serious disorder, where you fall asleep at any random, given moment. And to make it worse, I can't go to sleep at night. Oh well. I hope that your case isn't as serious as mine. I don't want other people to suffer. Ok...It's time for a nap now-----------
2006-12-31 20:13:35
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answered by Shy One 1
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Oh yes, been here and worn the t-shirt too !! What I have found has worked for me is to have a notebook next to the bed and I write down anything that is going around in my head, eg, things I must not forget to do, etc, so that I can switch those off. Alternatively, the other option is to get up and do something to take your mind off the thoughts.
2006-12-31 19:53:44
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answered by Snowflake 2
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insomnia and anxiety often go hand-in-hand...
one solution is, if you can't get to sleep within 20 minutes, get out of bed, into a different room, and read the most boring book you have, like moby dick or something. you need to re-train your mind so that it doesn't associate your bed with sleeplessness. basically, if you are not sleeping in your room, you need to leave it until you are ready to, so you re-condition yourself into associating your bed with sleep. sex is to be moved to the kitchen counter. (just kidding.)
also stay on a consistent sleep schedule (i.e. no sleeping in on weekends and go to bed early if you have to.) and no caffeine for 8 hours before bed (that was the hardest one for me).
try also exercising every morning, it works WONDERS for anxiety throughout the day and calms your mind and body.
at the same time, maybe talk to someone about the anxiety and thoughts that invade your head when you're trying to sleep.
2006-12-31 20:10:04
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answered by Anonymous
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Insomnia, almost everyone suffers from sleeping problems due to overeating, stress or consumption of stimulants or sugar foods before bed. Try vitamin B6 daily(50 mg), and drink a fresh warm cup of Chamomile tea or (300mg) of the capsule form. Good luck!
2006-12-31 19:48:43
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answered by kikaida42 3
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Yeah I can relate to all of what you said. The first thing I came up with is manic depression and Bi-Polar. When ever you are sleeping you stay awake all night thinking about every thing under the sun. Go see a Dr. and ask if you have Bi-Polar he or she will suggest some meds like lamictal or lithium they would work together. Take care and Happy New Year.
2006-12-31 21:11:44
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answered by Anonymous
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The artificial light from the computer screen (and even your phone) can reduce melatonin (the sleep hormone) production in your body. Try taking a melatonin suppliment. I take 1mg melatonin on nights that I can't sleep and it works like a charm! The only downfall to taking melatonin is that if you take it every night your body will get used to it and you will have to increase how much you take. I try to only take it occasionally. I also love hot tea containing camomile to help me relax. Sleepy Time Tea with honey is wonderful. :)
2016-05-23 02:17:07
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answered by Anonymous
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I do this to my son and husband when he keeps me up, it works every time. Go to the health food store and buy an essential oil called, "Lavender" and splash some on your pillow. Or if you don't want to put it on your pillow then take your finger and get some oil on it and put a dab under your nose. Or you may consider go to your local store and buy an enya cd or a cd that has heartbeats or waves or something like that. It helps you relax.
You are probably stressed. Good luck!
Good luck
2006-12-31 19:47:03
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answered by Angel 2
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There are many things you can try. If none of them work, you need to talk to your doctor. Some things you can try...
• Concentrate on your muscles. Tense every muscle in your body. Then relax them slowly from the toes up.
• Concentrate on your breathing. Take slow deep breaths, concentrating on every inhalation and exhalation.
• Think about your favorite place to walk... the beach, the woods, wherever. Visualize yourself waking there and take in each little detail.
• Imagine getting a soothing massage. Imagine the massage in detail from head to toe.
I have the same problem. If a spell of this runs more than a few nights and I can't break it, I take a sleeping pill (prescription from my doctor) to break the spell.
2006-12-31 19:29:26
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answered by TeriR 6
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