I can't sleep. What can I do?

Question

I can never sleep but I'm always tired. I don't understand why this is. How can I start sleeping regularly?

Answer 1

Whats the problem.......Sleep is for losers.......you don`t get any points on here for sleeping!!!!!!!

Answer 2

I have exactly the same problem. I've been like that for about 5 years now. The good news is that if you establish a strong sleeping routine, things can get a lot better. The standard advice applies: no caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol in the hours before you go to bed, and try to relax (some people find relaxation techniques helpful). That said, the biggest problem is that you have such a hard time sleeping that you end up with massively screwed up hours...sleeping during the day, going to bed at different times every night. You have to break that cycle. Choose a bedtime and a time to get up, and stick to it religiously for a couple of weeks. At first, you'll probably lay in bed for hours and get very frustrated. But after a while, your body will get more and more used to it. Look at it this way: the worst case thing that can happen is that you'll be tired in the morning. Well, you're tired anyway. So it's worth a shot. If that doesn't work, then you really ought to see a doctor.

Anyway, you've got my sympathy. It's a frustrating and difficult situation. But just work at it, and things will get better. Good luck.

Answer 3

I have taken to using Melatonin, it is a natural mineral your body already makes. But sometimes for unknown reasons it decreases and causes the lack of sleep. That is a very peaceful way to help get some rest.

When I am on a particularly bad streak (like this week) I have been up a either 3 or 4 am every morning. But by napping in the afternoon, I have gotten my 8 hours a day. I will use 2 nighttime PM's to help break the cycle.

Stop all caffeine. That would be coffee, tea, sodas, chocolate. Drink warm milk before bedtime. Turkey has that triptofan in it, that makes you sleepy. Starches will make you drowsy also. Like breads, potatoes, rice etc.

Take a warm bath before bedtime and put on some calm and soft music. Set a tranquil routine for bed, No alcohol, no drugs, eat the right food. Do not overeat. Make sure your bed is a pleasant place to be. Then make sure it is dark.


Good Luck.

Answer 4

Avoid thinking too much about the day's problems

Don't get involved in serious arguments with anyone.Control your anger.

Drink a tot or two of the best wine, only small amounts ,n giving u two benefits at one go

Do enough work during the day whether in the office or at home, tire yourself and instant sleep at night comes naturally

Get a warm shower before turning in. Ensure the room's temp is moderate

Never, never take sleeping pills!

***Try to-night and see some effects. Wishing u great snoring!

Answer 5

I don't know what happened to you.But I'm sure only those who suffers from insonia can share this terrible feeling.I beg to differ with the notion that you can sleep naturally by exercising or reading.It can only make you stay awake.However ,a hot milk before sleeping do help you go to sleep more quickly,because it contains a certain chemical.The only effective solution is drugs of course.But I'm afraid it does harm to you nerve system.Do you know "traditonal Chinese medicine",It's really wonderful.These medicines are originated from natual substances ,so they hardly have any side effect.
Anyhow,I think the best way to deal with this problem is to forget it.Sound easy ,but hard to do.But I can tell you that I've recoverd from this.
May you have a good luck.

Answer 6

1. Review your activity & problems in a day : have u problem of indigestion or headache?Or Do you sleep in day? or Are you r living in a tense environment?Are you always thinking negative? Don't you do any work?Are u not taking proper diet? Are your Bedroom is not ventilated? Make a diary of your activities and symptoms.
2. Always do Yoga, Morning walk and stretching exercises in morning.Regularly do these.Slowly slowly you will be improved.

3. Do some heavy work throughout day or read something before going bed.
4.Do walk && MEDITATION before going bed in night.
5.You may try to drink cough syrup before going bed but not always.
6.Take curd (yogurt) in dinner
7.Avoid alcohol and caffeine products at least 4 hours before bedtime.
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Answer 7

Well, I can tell you what I did when the same thing happened to me. I went to a drugstore and a pharmacist gave me some valerian drops (it makes you calm down and you become sleepy). It's organic (I mean - valerian), so don't worry, you won't become addicted. You can also buy valerian tea, it's very tasty and also helps.
But if you don't want to use valerian, you can eat a slice of cheese before going to bed, because cheese somehow helps to fall asleep faster.
I know other thing that helps: warm milk with honey. If you drink a cup of warm milk with honey, you will also become sleepy and your dreams will be nice!! It's true! I always drink it before going to bed and it helps me to sleep well during entire night and I feel very nice when I wake up.
But if you will not be able to fall asleep nevertheless, go to see a doctor, because you might have insomnia!!

Good luck and sweet dreams ;)

Answer 8

Heavy exercise usually works for me.  After 90 minutes to 2 hours pedalling around the countryside, I sleep really well.

I don't get much done between the ride and bed, though.

Answer 9

I would say to go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every day. If you can not sleep then try taking a hot bath and lay down, get comfortable and relax.

Answer 10

it depends what you do... bad sleeping habits would be
sleeping during the day
doing strenous excercise right before bedtime
instead try relaxing before going to bed. Or go into a dark room with no distractions.
Go to bed at the same time every day

Answer 11

buy you some Melatonin at wal-mart below is some information on it

Overview
Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain that helps regulate other hormones and maintains the body's circadian rhythm. The circadian rhythm is an internal 24-hour time-keeping system that plays a critical role in determining when we fall asleep and when we wake up. Darkness stimulates the production of melatonin while light suppresses its activity. Exposure to excessive light in the evening or too little light during the day can disrupt the body’s normal melatonin cycles. For example, jet lag, shift work, and poor vision can disrupt melatonin cycles. In addition, some experts claim that exposure to low-frequency electromagnetic fields (common in household appliances) may disrupt normal cycles and production of melatonin.

Melatonin also helps control the timing and release of female reproductive hormones. It helps determine when menstruation begins, the frequency and duration of menstrual cycles, and when menstruation ends (menopause).

Many researchers also believe that melatonin levels are related to the aging process. For example, young children have the highest levels of nighttime melatonin. Researchers believe these levels diminish as we age. In fact, the decline in melatonin may explain why many older adults have disrupted sleep patterns and tend to go to bed and wake up earlier than when they were younger. However, emerging research calls this theory into question.

In addition to its hormonal actions, melatonin has strong antioxidant effects. Preliminary evidence suggests that it may help strengthen the immune system.

If you are considering using melatonin supplements, talk to your doctor.



Uses
Insomnia

Although results are still controversial, studies suggest that melatonin supplements help induce sleep in people with disrupted circadian rhythms (such as those suffering from jet lag or poor vision or those who work the night shift) and those with low melatonin levels (such as some elderly and individuals with schizophrenia). In fact, a recent review of scientific studies found that melatonin supplements help prevent jet lag, particularly in people who cross five or more time zones.

A few studies suggest that when taken for short periods of time (days to weeks) melatonin is significantly more effective than a placebo, or “dummy pill,” in decreasing the amount of time required to fall asleep, increasing the number of sleeping hours, and boosting daytime alertness. In addition, at least one study suggests that melatonin may improve the quality of life in people who suffer from insomnia and some experts suggest that melatonin may be helpful for children with learning disabilities who suffer from insomnia.

Although research suggests that melatonin may be modestly effective for treating certain types of insomnia, few studies have investigated whether melatonin supplements are safe and effective for long term use.