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What could it mean if I am sleeping too much?

Profile: positiveWhisper24
positiveWhisper24 on Apr 12, 2015
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You might be depressed. You might be stressed out. You might be not getting enough exercise. If you are taking medication, this could be a side effect. In any case, if you are sleeping way too much, you should consult a professional to find out why this might be.
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Profile: angelwings7
angelwings7 on Apr 10, 2015
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You're trying to avoid life and you don't see a meaning in it. You would much rather spend time in bed alone without having to leave it. It could also mean that you are anxious about having interactions with other people.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 6, 2016
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Maybe you're depressed and you lost motivation and passion to do things .It can be also that your reality is hard and you try to escape from it by sleeping.
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Anonymous on Mar 15, 2016
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Your body needs more recovery, may it be from physical, mental, or emotional stress, or from illness. Listen to your body and reward it with the sleep that it needs.
Profile: Bexicle
Bexicle on Nov 17, 2014
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It could mean many things. People sleep a lot when they are exhausted; physically ill; stressed or depressed to name but a few. It may be worth seeking advice from a health care professional if you are worried, as it really isn't a simple answer. I would tend to avoid 'googling' the answer as you may worry yourself unnecessarily. I hope that you find your answer :)
Profile: PeaceTrain
PeaceTrain on Nov 10, 2014
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It could indicate depression sometimes, but most of the time it indicates that you just have too much free time! Find something exciting in your life and it will be solved!
Profile: Openminded
Openminded on Oct 23, 2014
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It could mean that probably your organism needs more vitamins or much more relaxation and less pressure in your daily routine.
Profile: voxbox
voxbox on Jan 19, 2017
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Personally, I love sleep. I think sleeping is great, sometimes a great way to escape some of the realities of the world and let the mind wander off and dream in peace. Physically - when I sleep too much, I end up feeling even more tired and subsequently try to sleep more to work it off, which I don't think works very well. Emotionally - I choose sleep because it seems to lay things to rest. Give the soul a break. Sleep doesn't kill you but perhaps there might be something that makes you want to sleep a lot?
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 1, 2016
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if you're sleeping to much it could mean, you're tired, or you may be depressed, I would go to the doctor because it may be serious
Profile: Lulu1221
Lulu1221 on Oct 9, 2014
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Your body needs to restore its energy and like a computer, we need to reboot! Our brain gives our body signals indicating what to do to be 100% at all times.
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Anonymous on Oct 30, 2014
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It could mean you are suffering from fatigue or even dealing with stress. Being stressed can also lead to more sleeping as well.
Profile: katejune
katejune on Nov 3, 2014
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Any variety of things. It could mean that you have a bacterial infection or virus that your body is trying to fight. It could also mean that you are tired. It could also have to do with a psychological condition. if you are concerned I would recommend calling a doctor to get their opinion.
Profile: AutumnLeigh
AutumnLeigh on Jan 18, 2017
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Sleeping too much is a common symptom of depression. Many people mistake depression as feeling 'low' though most depression is in the form of over-sleeping, eating less and not taking care of one's self. In rare cases, sleeping too much also could mean a possible neurological disorder so please, make sure your physical health is stable as well as mental health!
Profile: politeStanley
politeStanley on Mar 8, 2017
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I've read it somewhere that lonely people sleep more than regular people. Maybe you are lonely? or maybe the stress or anxiety worn you out and made you tired. Or maybe you just love to sleep. Who doesn't ? :)
Profile: MasterNamer
MasterNamer on Jan 15, 2017
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Sleeping too much could either indicate that you have been lacking sleep lately or looking for an outlet away from reality. In other words escaping responsibilities and commitments because they might scare you or you have been under great stress lately and you just need to take a break from it all.
Profile: caitlinrose24
caitlinrose24 on Nov 4, 2014
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Sleeping too much could be a sign of depression. Try keeping a sleep journal to record your sleeping schedule. If this lasts more than two weeks, consider seeing a therapist for a professional inquiry.
Profile: adaptivePond72
adaptivePond72 on Dec 21, 2015
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It might mean that you're trying to avoid the bitter events around you or maybe you're just not well.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 24, 2017
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You might want to see if you're feeling depressed. This can be signs of many things such as health issues or mental health issues. It's always best to check with a professional to see what is going on.
Profile: Kristynsmama
Kristynsmama on Nov 16, 2014
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First off all, everyone's body requires a different amount of sleep in order to feel healthy. For instance, I need 9 hours of sleep a night and my sister only needs 4-5. The first step is to identify what it means to sleep too much. If in fact you believe you are sleeping more than your body needs there are a number of reasons. Depression, low thyroid function, chronic fatigue syndrome all make it difficult for people to feel energized even after a full nights sleep. If in doubt, the best thing to do is see a general practitioner who can help identify any underlying causes.
Profile: Cito16
Cito16 on Sep 15, 2016
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First maybe I feel lonely or frustrated and exhausted. Should it make a record and analyze of something going abnormal
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