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Chronic insomnia
I've not slept for more than 2hrs/night in more than a month. I wake up exhausted (obviously), unable to focus on work, or exercise, etc. I've always had insomnia, since childhood. But this time it's a long spell, I'm desperate. Tried almost everything (yoga, meditation, melatonin, homeopathy, mushrooms) apart from heavy duty sleep medication.
Who should I see regarding my condition? Any tips please? Happy to consult too.
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Hi there are options for chronic insomnia but these need to be explored stepwise. On the therapy side there is something known as CBT-I for insomnia. Also - please see if you are able to address your sleep hygiene (decreasing caffeine intake, light exercise before bed, the use of sleep aids, etc). There is also medication available; this does depend from person to person and may be required - please do not hesitate if the option is needed.
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mushrooms is not a medicine to sleep , stop doing any psychedelics or chemicals , drink smoking, are you .... any medication .... start art therapy and reading... there are lots of things that can help, try binaural beats .....
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Hi
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Dr. Vishal Bhatt
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4 yrs exp
Rajkot
Ican understand in chronic sleep issues we have to add some medicine that may cause more drowsiness
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Dr. Saurav Kumar
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13 yrs exp
Noida
Hello,
I would suggest you to consult with a Psychiatrist
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