Its been 2 weeks since I left my job working overnite. I've tried going to sleep at normal times again but i can't. I tried sleeping pills and while I'll fall asleep, I wake up constantly at night. Then, I'll be sleepy all day. Does anybody know a way to shift my clock back to normal?
2007-10-04 22:31:56 · 10 answers · asked by the grand super C 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
i strongly suggest valerian root. it's great at relieving stress and tension! you can get it over the counter and it's a great sleep aid! if you have one of those "racing minds" or "i can't turn my head off no matter how tired i am" then this will definitely help. you can find at your local grocery store in the pharmacy or herbal remedy section. start off taking 500-1000mgs, 30-45 minutes before you go to bed. now you can get this stuff in capsule form and it's 100% safe (my whole family has been taking it for years and our family doctor actually recommended it) however the only downside is that the more potent the brand your taking the stronger the smell. and this stuff smells AWFUL! but it's worth it. within 5-7 days you should notice a definite change in your sleep.
WARNING! i strongly do not suggest that you take Tylenol PM and booze, in any form or combination. the main ingredient in Tylenol PM and Advil pm, or benadryl for that matter is diphenhydramine. here's what happens when you take it:
You can walk into a drugstore and choose from an array of sleep aids, offered without prescription. The main ingredient of over-the-counter sleeping pills is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are generally taken for allergies, but also make you feel very sleepy. Common over-the-counter sleep medications are Sleep-Eze, Sominex, Nytol, and Unison; they contain antihistamines such as:
diphenhydramine hydrochloride,
diphenhydramine citrate, or
doxylamine succinate.
In general, over-the-counter sleep medications are not a good choice because they:
Are not intended for long-term use.
Interfere with mental alertness during the day, so you should avoid driving and other similar tasks. You may also be at risk for falling asleep
Reduce the quality of your sleep by reducing time you spend in deep sleep.
Use over-the-counter sleep medications only for transient or short-term insomnia and in conjunction with changes to your sleeping habits. Be sure to pay attention to your body’s physical response to these sleep medications.
also look at the links on the website i've listed they have some good remedies!
I hope this helps!
2007-10-08 18:53:10 · answer #1 · answered by hot_singing_babe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many people face a similar problem with jet lag. Yours is much more pronounced because you did it longer with a job and your body got used to a rhythm. Now it appears your body is resisting changes. Hopefully, you just need more time.
Did you get a new job during the day yet? Perhaps try exercise. Or attempt to stay awake for 2 days in a row on a weekend so you will be so tired, you will sleep through the night. You may also be depressed and/or stressed out, which could prevent you from sleeping. Depressed over the job change. Suggest you go to a doctor if your situation does not change soon. Best of luck, buddy.
2007-10-05 05:43:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've got two options: either you can move your sleep earlier by an hour every day (kinder to your body, but takes 2 weeks), or you can not sleep at all for 24 hours, and then you'll be so tired that you'll sleep at any time.
You could also try taking some jet lag medication to reset your body clock.
2007-10-05 05:37:34 · answer #3 · answered by Marie Antoinette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to do some very heavy exercises during the day. The goal is to make your body extremely tired. And in the evening, try avoid heavy meal n caffeine/alcohol. Instead try drink some low fat milk. Furthermore, if possible ask your partner to massage you before bedtime. Also try use some aromateraphy products like bath soaps, body lotion, massage oils n even candles.
2007-10-05 05:51:40 · answer #4 · answered by da'aeroll 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
normally it takes two weeks to rotate your body clock
get in gear during the day and do not let up -no catnaps
push yourself - go hard - play hard -
and make a good impression on your pillow at night
best of luck
2007-10-05 05:35:30 · answer #5 · answered by tom4bucs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good luck......look at my question and tell me any secrets you got. what i enjoy doing is working my butt off or keeping busy all day then i have to go to sleep. just jump back into the game. it will be rough but you can do it. no internet tv or radio. i got something on my mind right now or i probley could pass out.
2007-10-05 05:37:23 · answer #6 · answered by Ida 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No naps, camomille tea, a hot bath, and lots of persistance! Make sure you are taking the sleeping pills early enough and banish caffeine after 6pm. My hubby worked nites off & on & this worked for him.
2007-10-05 05:38:47 · answer #7 · answered by cauliflower 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A good night of hot passion might help, if not ur gonna have to count sheep hun. LOL Good luck.
2007-10-05 05:34:29 · answer #8 · answered by flower19602003 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ur body is not a machine so please wait for a while it will come back to normal very soon
2007-10-05 05:36:03 · answer #9 · answered by kgvarshini 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
train yourself.
2007-10-05 05:35:15 · answer #10 · answered by Liam 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋