Having trouble falling asleep any idea's???

Question

I'm having troubles falling asleep tonight it don't happen often. Any ideas please help

Answer 1

Breathing exercises help. Also, make sure you have no distractions like a TV or anything like that in your bedroom. I haven't had a good nights sleep in over 8yrs, but recently discovered melatonin. I don't know where you are, but in Canada, you don't need a prescription and it is a naturally occurring substance in your brain that allows you to slow down at night. It doesn't knock you out, but allows you to relax. Gravol also helps. It might also be stress. Maybe something is bothering you on a level that you weren't aware of.

Answer 2

A simple visit to the doctor could net you a prescription for Ambien, or something similar. Ambien works wonders, You will fall asleep within an hour, most likely 30 miutes after taking it. Be careful though...if youve not taken it before, you will fall asleep no matter what your doing at the moment. It just renders you done for the night.

There are other medications that can help as well, again, temporary measures against sleeplessness. They are designed to use on a temporary basis, until you are able to get your sleep patterns back on track again.

Lunesta works well too, but I would like to warn you that in some people, me and my wife, it leaves a terrible metallic taste in your mouth the entire next day. Its bad enough it makes it hard to eat or drink. I have known a couple people that did not notice the bad taste.

Ambien is really good. Ambien CR is a time release version that doesnt quite have the "knock out" effect as regular Ambien, but it is supposed to help keep you asleep al lnight without waking up. I never had that problem when taking Ambien.

Again, just be honest with your doctor. If you can mention facts about changes in your schedule, or sleep patterns, that may be contributing to your sleeplessness, he shouldnt have a problem prescribning it to you. It works wonders, really. There is no shame in just asking him to try it.

If you do try it, be sure that you have a good 8 hours before you have to get up again. You may sleep at LEAST that long.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Perhaps one or more of the following tips maybe useful.

1. Cut caffeine. Caffeine can keep you awake. It can stay in your body longer than you might think -- up to about 14 hours. So if you drink a cup of coffee at noon and are still awake at midnight, caffeine might be the reason. Cutting out caffeine at least four to six hours before bedtime can help you fall asleep easier. If you have already had too much caffeine, try eating some carbohydrates like bread or crackers to help reduce the effects.

2. Avoid alcohol as a sleep aid. Alcohol may initially help you fall asleep, but it also causes disturbances in sleep resulting in less restful sleep.

3. Relax before bedtime. Stress not only makes you miserable, it wreaks havoc on your sleep. Develop some kind of pre-sleep ritual to break the connection between all the day's stress and bedtime. These rituals can be as short as 10 minutes or as long as an hour.
Some people find relief in making a list of all the stressors of the day, along with a plan to deal with them this can act as "closure" to the day. Combining this with a period of relaxation perhaps by reading something light, meditating, aromatherapy, light stretching, or taking a hot bath can also help you get better sleep. And don't look at the clock! That "tick-tock" will just tick you off.

4. Exercise at the right time for you. Regular exercise can help you get a good night's sleep. The timing and intensity of exercise seems to play a key role in its effects on sleep. If you are the type of person who gets energized or becomes more alert after exercise, it may be best not to exercise in the evening. Regular exercise in the morning even can help relieve insomnia, according to a recent study.

5. Keep your bedroom quiet, dark, and comfortable. For many people, even the slightest noise or light can disturb sleep like the purring of a cat or the light from your laptop or TV. Use earplugs, window blinds or curtains, and an electric blanket or air conditioner everything possible to create an ideal sleep environment. And don't use the overhead light if you need to get up at night; use a small night-light instead. Ideal room temperatures for sleeping are between 68 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures above 75 or below about 54 can disrupt sleep.

6. Eat right, sleep tight. Try not to go to bed hungry, but avoid heavy meals before bedtime. An over-full belly can keep you up. Some foods can help, though. Milk contains tryptophan, which is a sleep-promoting substance. Other foods that help promote sleep include tuna, halibut, pumpkin, artichokes, avocados, almonds, eggs, bok choy, peaches, walnuts, apricots, oats, asparagus, potatoes, buckwheat, and bananas.

7. Restrict nicotine. Having a smoke before bed -- although it feels relaxing actually puts a stimulant into your bloodstream. The effects of nicotine are similar to those of caffeine. Nicotine can keep you up and awaken you at night.

8. Avoid napping. Napping can only make matters worse if you usually have problems falling asleep. If you do nap, keep it short. A brief 15-20-minute snooze about eight hours after you get up in the morning can actually be rejuvenating.

9. Keep pets off the bed. Does your pet sleep with you? This, too, may cause you to awaken during the night, either from allergies or pet movements.

10. Avoid watching TV, eating, and discussing emotional issues in bed. The bed should be used for sleep and sex only. If not, you can end up associating the bed with distracting activities that could make it difficult for you to fall asleep.

Answer 5

Meditation. This is somthing I use . And it works extremely well. The fact that I use it, shows how much trouble I had going to sleep . LOL.

Meditation. Trust me.

Also: check out this link it has sounds of music for FREE that will help ALOT.

http://www.soundsleeping.com/?reload

Answer 6

Biological clock gene called PERIOD3. The gene has two
varients, which produce either long or short protein varient.
Those who carrying only one copies ( the long verson ) of
the protien struggles to keep awake.
Any cure, honestly I don't know. Except breathing excercise
( Pranayama ) and some yoga.

Answer 7

try plain warm to hot milk...the tryptoline in it will make you sleepy

Answer 8

Well i take Nyquil...