Why do I sleep a lot but I am still tired?

Question

I sleep a lot but I am still tired all the time. I can get six to eight hours of sleep and I still wake up tired. I even sleep longer sometimes and I am still tired. It doesn't matter how much I sleep I am still tired. I also stay up for a long time because it takes a long time to fall asleep. Some nights it takes me an hour or even more to fall asleep. I am almost 24 years old, is this normal? Or do I have some type of sleep disorder or even depression. I also eat a lot. When I lived in Wyoming, I weighed about 100 Lbs. then I moved to new mexico and gained 20 Lbs. in just a short while. Am I depressed because I moved away from my friends and I dont know anyone here and I dont fit in???

Answer 1

you don't have a sleep disorder. the only disorder you have is that you sleep too much. When you sleep too much then your body feels tired and week.

I have had alot of problems in the past with sleeping, and I have figured out some ways to get me to sleep.

1....stick with a schedule. Try to always go to bed at the same time, and if you wake up at let's say 7 am, that means your body is a awake. Don't force yourself to go back to sleep. Your body is telling you that you have had enough!


2...I bought one of those oil burners, where you use little tea candles. Get one of those, oils like lavender is calming, and will help you relax.

3...read a book b4 bed.

4.....research some fung shei technigues online, so maybe you can move some things around in your room (it really does work).

5. Strech before bed.

6. Breathe......sit in cross legged position and just focus on your breathing. deep breathes, slowy, and focus.


7.....drink a mug of hot milk...no joke..it releases the saratonin in your brain which helps you to relax.

8. try not to eat a lot before bed.
Don't start taking sleep pills, you may get to sleep, but you aren't actually solving the problem, and then you will probably end up being dependent on it, and then you will have slowly but surely increase your dosage.

Try these things first. I understand it's hard and difficult......but you'll be able to over come it. It's very hard for me to turn my brain off at night,

Answer 2

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Answer 3

My doctor thought that my depression was the sole cause until a specialist caught it. I had your exact symptoms I hope this helps, do some reading on it. I never new I had it. Never heard of it! Headaches are optional, read about being tired!


Headaches and Sleep Apnea
Headaches come in all shapes and sizes, from tension headaches caused by excessive stress or even excitement to the devastating pain of cluster headaches to debilitating and recurrent migraine headaches. Headaches have one thing in common. They make you miserable.

What causes headaches? As mentioned above, stress is one cause. Allergies, sinusitis, head colds can all bring on a headache. Some medications also can cause headaches.

Another cause of headaches is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a dangerous disorder that can cause high blood pressure, strokes and heart attacks. It's also the most common cause of excessive daytime sleepiness, weight gain, impotency and, yes, headaches.

If you awaken in the morning feeling unrested, and if your throat is dry or sore, or, if you wake most mornings suffering from a dull headache that's hard to shake, then you may be a victim of sleep apnea.

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Other symptoms are loud snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness, jerking awake during the night and unrefreshing sleep.

If you suspect that you may be suffering from sleep apnea, talk to your doctor about having a sleep study. There are ways to treat the disorder. The most common treatment is the CPAP machine and mask. Sometimes surgery is the answer. Much depends on the severity of the disorder.

The dull morning headache may not be the only headache brought on by sleep apnea. People with this disorder are not getting the deep, relaxing sleep they need, and sleep deprivation is also a cause of headaches.

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Answer 4

Believe it or not getting too much sleep can make you more tired or you could have some kind of nutritional defficiancy. But it sounds more like you have the blues. It's natural to be sad when you move away from your loved one's. I suggest you try to take a thirty min. walk every day it will help you with your energy level and make it easier to fall asleep at night (because of physical activity). Exercise has the same benefits as depression medication, except you're not putting drugs into your body... Anyways try it for a week or two, it can't hurt......God bless..I said a little prayer for you. Hope you feel better soon

Answer 5

The sleep problem could be from not getting a good nights sleep. Do you toss and turn a lot at night? A new mattress could be your solution. And they weight thing could just be your metabolism slowing down. Try to eat small portions and many small meals. Snack when you're hungry but learn when you are full. And good luck.

Answer 6

Could be numerous reasons so get checked by your doctor. Depression, stress, low iron, hormonal you name it they all can make you tired. Sleeping too much can also lead to lethargy. Get to the root of the problem & then a strategy to help you overcome will be possible. Hang in there you are not alone.

Answer 7

Hi, hun yes is do believe you are depressed, however as far as your tiredness you may need to get some vitamins in your body to give you the boost of energy you need. I have the perfect product for you and it is called the amazing oranges it is by purity products. You can call for a free bottle offer it is a little expensive however it is some good stuff. the number is 800.256.6102. Yes and to the person who said she is looking for sympathy you should mind yourself because we are humans and we do need moral support from time to time. Life is hard enough with negative people like your self if you were not able to give it that is moral support, then you should have kept your comment.

Answer 8

It could be a number of things.

I am constantly tired because i am anemic, but i take iron supplements and have more energy.

it could also be a thyroid issue.

you should definitely go to your doctor and get a physical with bloodwork done.

Answer 9

A Beck Depression Scale can help you. It will tell you if you are not depressed, mildly depressed, moderatly depressed, or extremly depressed.

Ask your doctor for a copy.

The good news is that depression can be treated, with SSRI's (medication), and couseling.

Answer 10

You are probably mildly depressed. Go see a doctor, PLEASE. They can help you and get you going on track again. It is nothing that immenent (like needing to go to an ER right now) but it needs to be attended to soon, because your health is important and your condition could worsen.