Trouble sleeping.

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Trouble sleeping.

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Post by VG_Addict » Fri Jul 25, 2014 3:40 pm

Last night, I tried going to bed early, but I still couldn't sleep.

Eventually, I had to take a sleep formula pill.

I've had to take a sleep formula pill for the last three nights.

Am I an insomniac?

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Post by Softguitar » Fri Jul 25, 2014 3:52 pm

Could be.

Don't go to sleep if you aren't tired. Never works. I recommend going to sleep at the same hour every day. Don't take naps during the day (except power naps for a couple of minutes if you must). Try to relax and not to worry about or overthink things before going to sleep.
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Post by VG_Addict » Fri Jul 25, 2014 3:57 pm

I slept just fine on Sunday and Monday, though.

I have to take a sleep formula pill at least once a week.

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Post by b l a n k » Fri Jul 25, 2014 4:12 pm

What worries do you think might be keeping you up, pal?

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Post by VG_Addict » Fri Jul 25, 2014 4:17 pm

I think my problem is I panic if I'm not asleep by a certain time.

Do you think I'm an insomniac?

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Post by I am nobody » Fri Jul 25, 2014 4:34 pm

Do you go to bed at roughly the same time every night? I know people who fixed problems getting to sleep by forcing themselves to always go to bed around the same time.

I also had sleep issues when I was much younger and fixed them in part by waking up and going to bed earlier. Don't know anyone else that it's worked for, but it did wonders for me.

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Post by I REALLY HATE POKEMON! » Fri Jul 25, 2014 6:24 pm

Maybe you just aren't tired sometimes. To stay on a regular sleep schedule, try natural remedies, like herbal teas, and such.

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Post by b l a n k » Fri Jul 25, 2014 11:35 pm

[QUOTE="VG_Addict, post: 1478977, member: 34516"]I think my problem is I panic if I'm not asleep by a certain time.

Do you think I'm an insomniac?[/QUOTE]

That sounds more like insomnia plus being a little overly strict with routine, but that's just me.

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Post by Saria Dragon of the Rain Wilds » Sat Jul 26, 2014 12:14 am

No one can diagnose you with any condition over the internet, least of all us. Speak to your doctor if you're concerned about your health.
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Post by VG_Addict » Sat Jul 26, 2014 10:42 am

Will the melatonin pills eventually stop working?

I took a mental relaxation pill last night, and I slept well.

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Post by Saria Dragon of the Rain Wilds » Sat Jul 26, 2014 7:54 pm

Only a trained professional can accurately advise you on how effective these medicines will be for you.
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Post by VG_Addict » Sun Jul 27, 2014 11:49 am

Usually, after I take the sleep formula pills, I go to sleep around 12:30.

Thursday and last night though, I only got 2 and 5 hours of sleep, respectively. Though, I had chills on Thursday, and I threw up this morning. Maybe I just don't feel well.

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Post by Marilink » Sun Jul 27, 2014 12:33 pm

If you really are concerned about this, VGA, please go talk to a doctor. They will know if it's a real problem, and also how to best treat you and deal with it if it is.
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Post by VG_Addict » Sun Jul 27, 2014 1:47 pm

What if I never sleep without pills again?

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Post by CaptHayfever » Sun Jul 27, 2014 5:33 pm

That's a question none of us here are qualified to answer. However, a doctor will be able to help you.

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Post by Heroine of the Dragon » Sun Jul 27, 2014 9:23 pm

Any anxiety you may feel can contribute to problems you may be having and anxiety can contribute to problems developing.

Please see your doctor about your concerns, VGA. Your doctor will know how to help you best! And good luck!! *gives you marshmallows* :D
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Post by spooky scary bearatons » Sun Jul 27, 2014 10:20 pm

i have slight experience here, taking anti-ds given to people with sleeping issues

the only advice i can give you is SEE A DOCTOR

self diagnostic is ALWAYS horrible and you always get it wrong thats rule number one

rule number two is make sure you see a doctor ASAP.

seriously see a doctor, i assumed i was just insomniac for years and that was it, but rather it was a part of a problem i now struggle to manage, i would seriously see a professional
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Post by Sim Kid » Sun Jul 27, 2014 10:21 pm

I've had problems more with STAYING asleep. :( something always comes along and wakes me up earlier.

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Post by Softguitar » Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:01 pm

[QUOTE="Masa, post: 1479452, member: 30168"]self diagnostic is ALWAYS horrible and you always get it wrong thats rule number one[/QUOTE]
Getting diagnosed by people who aren't doctors is horrible too.
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Post by Booyakasha » Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:20 pm

Insomnia is pretty rough.
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