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I am having problem regarding sleeping at night, from last many months . Now it's increasing . sometimes I have slept only two hours in night . Never slept properly I mean while sleeping in night ,I wake many times.pls suggest something
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Sleep disturbance could be due to many reasons, try following sleep hygiene and if that does not work, consult a psychiatrist.
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Sleep disturbance can be a manifestations of mental illness or a sleep disorder. Consult a psychiatrist for thorough evaluation because treating root causes can give permanent solutions.
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Maintain a regular sleep routine.
Avoid daytime naps.
Don't watch TV, use the computer, or read in bed.
Dont Drink caffeinated drinks after 5 pm
Avoid inappropriate substances that interfere with sleep.
Regular exercise
Have a quiet, comfortable bedroom.
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Most common cause for sleep disturbance are anxiety , depression or stress. First try sleep hygiene for 2 weeks, incase of no improvement then use some anxiolytic.
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consult Psychiatrist
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Dr. Anitha Vasudevan
Psychiatrist
24 yrs exp
Bangalore
Sleep problem is a manifestation of another disorder and the treatment is towards that disorder.
The common causes for long term sleeplessness include Depression, anxiety , or stress and there are hundreds of causes.
You need to consult a Psychiatrist as long term sleep issues have to be dealt with . It is detrimental to your health.
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One can try adopting sleep hygiene priciples which are available to read online .
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