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Can't sleep, worry and anxiety
I haven't been able to sleep since about 4.5 months. Initially, if I used to go to bed at 1 o'clock, I used to fall asleep by 3.4 o'clock, but now by 6.7 o'clock I am not able to sleep.
I also consulted a doctor and he gave me sleeping medicine so that I can sleep even after taking the tablet or not eating, I have to struggle a lot to sleep.
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Thanks for reaching out. Your concern is you are not able to sleep well and this has been happening since four and a half months. It is important to determine the cause of feeling sleep deprived. Lack of sleep can be caused by stress and anxiety, the amount of caffeine consumed and so on. Consult a psychologist and explain about what could be the possible reasons for not getting enough sleep. With a psychologist you can explain about your daily scheduled and lifestyle. With the help of a psychologist you can gradually work on how you can sleep better at night.
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Consult a psychologist.
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Contact me for counselling sessions. Along with counselling I can suggest natural foods to calm the mind.
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Hi, It sounds like you are going through a lot since 4.5 months. There can be various underlying causes related to difficulty in falling asleep and the quality of sleep. As you mentioned even previously the Sleep latency (time an Individual takes to fall asleep) was more than 2 hours. Kindly try answering the following questions in order to get a better insight : 1. Do you find your mind racing while you try to fall asleep. 2. Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed while you try to fall asleep 3.Are there any bodily sensations you feel during night ex: palpitations, shivers, pain in body, stiffness or any other uncomfortness. If you are able to answer any of them as ''yes'' there is a possibility you might be suffering from Anxiety or Stress.
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In order to identify the right cause kindly consult a professional where you'll be able to Identify your problem in much more detail and you'll be able to
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Practice Sleep Hygiene: Try having a fixed schedule everyday, where you'll be able to maintain a consistent time to fall asleep and to wake up.
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Need to know more about yourself and the life situation you are in since recent past , also your health condition needs to be shared.
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Psychological consultation is suggested
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Try to avoid screen and caffeine before going to bed at night.
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It seems to be stress induced sleeplessness.
It can be treated well with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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i have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist for the last 17 years. you can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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I need to know more about your lifestyle.it can be various factors that's affecting your sleep.you can consult me on practo .
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The right room temperature helps fall asleep. Ensure that you have a sense of complete relaxation while you get into the bed.
For understanding the relaxation methods book your consultation.
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Book a consultation to relieve any kind of stress
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ensure you have enough physical activity during the day time to have sound sleep at night.
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Hi, Consult a psychologist
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Are there thoughts that are bothering you ?
Coz mental tension and stress can cause this
Consult for same
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Ms. Simran Dugar
Mental Health Counselor
3 yrs exp
Kolkata
I'm sorry to hear about your struggles with sleep. It sounds like a challenging situation. Before bed, try practicing breathing exercises or techniques like progressive muscle relaxation to help calm your mind and body. Consistent exercise can also aid in promoting better sleep.
Considering your ongoing difficulties, it might be helpful to consult with Mind Sculpt. They can assist you in developing a personalized sleep hygiene routine tailored to your needs, providing support and guidance throughout the process. Taking proactive steps towards addressing your sleep issues can lead to improved overall well-being.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Lifestyle modification is required
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