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Anonymous
February 1st, 2018 6:47pm
depression not healthy eating or not enough sport, could be a lot but principally unhealthy lifestyle.
Anonymous
February 11th, 2018 2:56am
Changes in sleep patterns could have a variety of causes. If the problem persists, it may be a good idea to contact a qualified professional who can offer aid.
There are several possibilities. You might just be growing, but that can also be a major sign of depression and you might want to check for other symptoms as well.
Anonymous
July 1st, 2018 6:33pm
It could be a lot of different things. It could be because of increased physical or mental activity. Sleep is one way that we can rest our mind and body and if you're exerting more energy than normal your body might be more tired. Sleeping too much can also be a sign of underlying health problems or even depression. If you're concerned, speak with your primary doctor who will be able to rule out illnesses and/or refer you for appropriate care.
Sleeping too much can mean that you are experiencing mental or physical difficulties. For example, some people sleep too much because they took medications, which can affect their sleep patterns. Sleeping too much can also be a sign of depression or anxiety, for example, they broke up with their significant other. They tend to sleep more because they are sad or tired. Sleeping too much can mean different things, it is better to see a doctor if sleeping too much is a repetitive activity for you.
Anonymous
August 12th, 2018 3:12am
Sleeping too much is usually a sign of some mental complication, however, it could also mean that you overworked your body at some point and your body is trying to repay that sleep debt. Although, there are some psychological issues that can lead to sleeping too much like Depression, Sleep Apnea and Narcolepsy but I suggest you seek professional help if you want a diagnosis and further help.
It means that your body is either very exhausted and needs more sleep than normal or your body is just craving sleep. A normal sleep schedule is up to 8 hours. Anything less than that will make you more tired and exhausted than usual. However, it can sometimes mean something more seriously medically. I would highly suggest talking to a doctor and see what they have to say about your sleeping patterns. I'm sure everything will be normal, but at the same time, it's doesn't hurt to get a professional opinion. I hope you seek the answers you hope for.
It’s normal for sleep to fluctuate or go through times when going to bed on a regular basis is not a personal goal and sleep schedules are difficult to maintain.
Also sometimes the body is fighting off a cold or illness and needs extra self care.
But if it really feels like too much, this could indicate burn-out & a need for mental self care.
Have you been avoiding thinking and fixing something in your life? are you feeling malaise and sleepwalking through life? Those can be signs for a need to reflect on life and feed our souls with some healthy choices.
Of course, a doctor’s advice would be needed to confirm whether it could be a physical issue.
I would first ask - what does 'sleeping too much' mean? Nonetheless, from a personal experience it could mean a number of things. For example, if you are an introvert but you are spending a lot of time surrounded by people, you will need that extra time to recharge your batteries. Another explanation could be that you are feeling sad and sometimes even depressed. Moreover, I have recently come to understand that sleeping 'too much' and being tired could also be related to your overall gut health and if you are a woman to your hormonal imbalance (PCOS, endometriosis), menstrual cycle and eating habits. I hope this helps. Love xxx
Anonymous
July 19th, 2020 3:31pm
If your sleeping cycle is somehow changed it could mean that there were some changes in your environment. Maybe you are dealing with a lot of stress lately so your body is trying to heal itself through sleep, or maybe you are missing out on dealing with some problems linked to your emotional state. If your daily functioning is not as good as before, you should try to ask for professional help. It could also mean that you are dealing with loneliness or feeling trapped so you feel better during sleep than during waking hours. Reasons can be quite different and they should be considered individually.
Sleeping too much could indicate many things. For example, you could be fighting off a virus. It could also mean that you are experiencing some mental distress. Getting enough exercise and eating a healthy diet can improve your energy level. If you are dealing with mental distress, speaking with someone can help you explore some of the mental stressors that are affecting you.
If you have a person in your life that you can rely on, you should speak to them. Logging into 7 cups to speak with a listener might help you with the self-reflection needed to find some answers.
Anonymous
October 25th, 2020 8:04am
Sleep is very important. There are many reasons why one could sleep too much:
* lack of proper sleep pattern
* health conditions like infective diseases,OSA etc
* mental conditions like depression and anxiety
* sometimes it could be just because of one is too lazy
one could try to see to follow a pattern to sleep. sleep at a regular time and get up at same time everyday for a month. If one could see a change then thats well and good, if not try consulting a doctor. As i said before sleep is an important part of well being.
Anonymous
October 28th, 2020 12:10pm
Although i am not a licensed health care professional, I have been told multiple times that sleeping is a sign of depression. We tend to sleep more to escape real life, as its our comfort place. Maybe you are trying to avoid some thing in your life and that's why you resort to sleeping as a coping mechanism. I feel like journaling helps a lot, as when you put things into words they become a little bit more real and you tend to have a clearer answer as to how you are feeling, and sometimes even why you are feeling that way.
My sleeping habit changed right after college graduation. I only realized how much it has changed when after a month I haven't grumbled about my alarm waking me up as early as 4:30am and skipping my morning study time.
I initially felt unproductive but then I felt relaxed as well. I realized my body needed much rest after the marathon study prep for final exams. On the other hand, it also became clear to me that I didn't have any goal set for the rest of the year to keep me active. I quickly made an intentional revision on my set goals for the year, and working towards improved my sense of productivity and kept my sleeping habit in check.
Well sleeping too much in the best, could mean you're just too tired and exhausted, and in the worst, could mean you're suffering from a mental illness or disorder. There are a lot of other things needed to form a complete equation but if you're just sleeping too much and everything else is normal, then let it be. Sleep helps the growth cycle and a lot of other things, your brain gets some rest, so do your eyes, lungs, heart and mostly every other organ in your body. You can never get too much sleep. As long as all your other day to day errands are running smoothly, its nothing to worry about. If you are feeling like its interfering with those then its time to maybe evaluate yourself. See if you're feeling symptoms of depression, loneliness or any other disorder or illness and discuss that with a mental health professional. That is all I can think of right now. If you feel like you wanna talk feel free to contact me or any other listener, and of course if you can, get in touch with a therapist or psychologist. I hope that you're well and you stay that way.
Stay safe and take care!
sleeping too much is not always something weird or a sign of something bad going on. People tend to take a lot of naps. Something called Basic Rest Activity Cycle for example (psychology student here) suggest our body has a cicle repeating itself everyday. After 90 minutes of concentration, our body is at the end of BRAC and we feel tired and fatigued. The best violinists, chess players and writers (there is research support for this) takes naps after 90 minutes of sessions. Other reasons to sleep too much is a need to want to disconnect from the world. Sometimes sleeping is the best way to disconnect, enter your own space to feel like there is nothing more than sleep. You may also feel drained from your daily activities like work and sleep is like getting more battery into yourself. If sleeping too much is concerning, you should report this to your doctor for further support.
Hypersomnolence (excessive sleeping) can often be a sign of depression or anxiety. Many people find that sleeping allows them to avoid their feelings or situations because one doesn't usually think about things when they're asleep. However, this can take a toll on your body's internal clock, your circadian rhythm, and make it harder to get out of bed and have a regular sleep schedule. While sleeping too much can mean a variety of things, it is most common in those struggling with depression. It might be worth chatting with your doctor about, as it could also be linked to things like hormones, diet, etc.
If you sleep a lot in my opinion you are not getting enough sleep or you might be depressed and moreover if you have any sleeping disorders like insomnia it affects your sleep ,thinking about the past or future may also disturb your sleep. Working at night and sleeping during the day is another. Other causes include drug, alcohol, or cigarette use, lack of physical activity, obesity, and the use of certain medications.It's important to remember that oversleeping is a possible symptom of depression and that oversleeping doesn't cause depression. But it can exacerbate and worsen depression symptoms, Dr. Drerup explains. “If someone's oversleeping, they may wake up and feel like they've missed out on the day,†she says.
Anonymous
February 26th, 2017 1:35am
If you're sleeping too much it could mean a multitude of things ranging from depression or stress to bad eating habits. It's important to isolate the factors that you think might be causing you to oversleep and seek professional help for a truly accurate diagnosis.
There are a lot of possibilities on why you could be sleeping so much. It could be depression, anxiety, or even insomnia. It is always best to speak with the doctor if you're having these problems.
Anonymous
March 2nd, 2018 9:42pm
it could be a depression or extra need to sleep because of physical exhaustion. Too much is as bad as too little
Anonymous
March 7th, 2018 11:18am
You're tired, or maybe you've got a problem which does you sleep. When you do nothing you're tired too.
Medically speaking this can mean a lot of things. Disruption in sleep habits can go from way too much sleep to not enough or poor sleep, segmented sleep, etc.
Sleep disturbances is a big tell tale sign of depression. But it doesn’t have to mean that. It can be that you have other issues. Low thyroid. Anemia. Or even something like bad sleep hygiene. Examine what else is going on and a trip to a doc to discuss it wouldn’t be a bad idea.
It could mean that I am avoiding feelings or responsibilities. It could also mean that I am just mentally, emotionally, or physically exhausted or a combination of all three.
It could mean a lot of things. The most frequent reason that people sleep a lot, is because their bodies need sleep. Sleep is essential, but too much sleep can be too much. In conclusion, unless it's above 9/10 hours a day (7-8 is recommended) then you shouldn't be worried. It's also completely normal to sleep more when you get older, as your body needs it.
Anonymous
May 20th, 2018 6:28pm
What does your routine look like? On an average, how often do you think you sleep? Are you getting enough sleep at night? If not, how much time do you sleep for in the day to compensate? Based on your age, if you sleep for more than a maximum of 7-10 hours, you may be sleeping too much.
Anonymous
May 31st, 2018 9:06am
Sleeping too much can be a symptom of many disorders. Depression is one of them. Depression can cause extreme tiredness for no reason. Anxiety is another reason, it can stop you from being able to fall asleep because you're stressing. It can also be a symptom of many physical disorders, I'd advice seeing your doctor about it.
What do you determine as sleeping too much? recognise when you noticed the change in your sleep pattern. Did anything occur at that time? change or loss of job, or any other changes? Have you been exerting yourself, under any stress or pressures? physical and mental exertion could mean that your body and mind need the rest. Listen to your body. Do you exercise? exercise can energise you, oxygenate your body and release endorphins which can help regulate your sleeping patterns.
It could mean that you are more than just physically tired, the rest of you is still tired from something that happened
This could mean that you are too stressed, may need a break, or are facing deeper problems that you may want to talk with a professional about.
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