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Chronic insomnia
I have difficulty falling in sleep and staying in sleep from past 15yrs, i hav anxiety n depression too....plz help!
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Sleep disturbances are very common part of anxiety and depression
Now a days we have wonderful medications available that help to treat sleep and depression simultaneously.
Consult Psychiatrist. You will find how easy it is to treat
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Dr. Anjali Karira
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16 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, since the symptoms have been present since 15years, you might require to be on medications for anxiety/depression after thorough assessment by a psychiatrist. If you have not consulted one yet, you must do so.
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In the meanwhile, you can follow steps of good sleep hygiene and include exercise in your daily routine.
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Insomnia is usually accompanied by anxiety and/or depression. A psychiatrist will be able to help you understand these better.
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