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Posted 10/10/2017 12:33 AM (GMT 0)
Hi
Iv also left my sleeping tablets , i feel they are making me 2 b forgetful.9 I'm on Omega 3 and and multi vit tablets because I'm also loosing weight and no appetite , no Anxiety and I'm a bit happier.
How many nights will it take for me to fall asleep normally ?
Also I can't sleep if my tv is off. So it's on the whole night ...

Please help its 2h 31 am and I'm wide awake ..oh iv been drinking energy drink yesterday
Posted 10/10/2017 2:06 AM (GMT 0)
I take Melatontin from health food store or net and it helps me sleep. Knock-out, which is Melatonin and Valerian Root combined, also works well, according to Super Dan who is on this forum.
Posted 10/10/2017 3:09 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Prew,

I am sorry you're having trouble sleeping lately...that is so miserable.

Well done on recognizing that you needed to get off your sleeping pills...although difficult for now, your system will soon adjust without them.

Two things that stuck out to me in your post were the energy drinks...and the t.v. Off course the caffeine should not be consumed in the later part of the day...

...and any backlit device such as a phone, computer, or t.v. will interfere with your circadian rhythm...so these are best turned off a couple of hours before bedtime.

Exercise, though not too close to bedtime is another natural sleep aid, if you can fit it into your routine.

I hope you find the rest that you need soon my friend.❤

S.C.
Posted 10/10/2017 7:16 AM (GMT 0)
go to bed same time each night. sc spot on with info. no stimulants at night. prepare for sleep, lights dimmed am hour before, no internet or dumb phones -shut down 2 hours before. try and not get up, go some camomile tea an hour before, calm the mind and body.
Posted 10/10/2017 3:05 PM (GMT 0)
I am also struggling with sleep issues since long time with no relief.Try melatonin ,valerian or combination of L-theanine and 5 -HTP with some hops and passionflower or whatever you can find.

I take several combos to sleep every night but Lorazapam was the best so far for me.

High activity and anxiety reduce sleep at night for me so I try to slow down and not get to my T.V or Laptop.

Also try to turn on blue light filter in early evening if you have that feature in your electronics.

Try talking to a doc about this issue and they may try some strong presc. meds for you.

Keep us posted.Good luck.
Posted 10/10/2017 6:15 PM (GMT 0)
Hi pres.. I am new to this site.. I have had Insomnia for years.. Have tried several meds to sleep at night.. I presently take Gabapentin and Trazadone.. Doses have been adjusted several times.. As body becomes immune this has been necessary.. I love the TV on!! Silence is to loud as you said. I understand.. I had to learn new habits to go to sleep.. Found Healthy Sleep Habits online.. I would encourage you to read along this line.. Its helped me but old bad habits took time to break..
Noticed a reply from the HTreturns which has very good reply.. I hope you find relief.
Posted 10/10/2017 8:36 PM (GMT 0)
thank you all so much ...I did mild exercise and yoga..
I will follow the rules and see what happens tonight..
Tv keeps away the Boogie man👹💀...too scared if its too dark I will have to go buy that blue light.
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Posted 10/10/2017 8:47 PM (GMT 0)
Actually it's the blue light that messes up our natural 'shut down' process...

You want an Amber Screen to neutralize this effect. Some devices have this option built in...

...but for a t.v., I believe you can buy a removable press on type of film. I'd take a look on Amazon.

S.C.
Posted 10/11/2017 12:57 AM (GMT 0)
good one sc.
Posted 10/11/2017 1:58 AM (GMT 0)
I have to have the tv on to sleep also. I put the sleep timer on so its not on all nite. alteril is the best otc sleep aid I have found . trouble is you cannot mix it with most phyc meds. its the same formula chilly mentioned but all in one pill. I am a veteran insomnia sufferer myself. tried many diff things otc but melantonin and valerian root is my standby mix. you can mix this with phycs meds.
Posted 10/13/2017 6:02 PM (GMT 0)
prew,

Are you getting any sleep?

Are you seeing a doctor about your anxiety if it gets too rough?
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