Why can't I sleep at night?
Anonymous
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Jul 3, 2020
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Having troubles sleeping at night is an issue that every single person at some point in their life has gone through and there are different reasons for why this is. Many times there are issues in your mind and often it gets hard to clear your mind enough to sleep. If you feel that you would like to talk to someone about your struggles there are always helpful members at 7cups who will guide you through it and provide a safe space for you to voice your concerns and be heard. Just voicing these concerns will help provide some relief and help you sleep. It is okay to take things one step at a time and there is no need to panick when you cannot sleep
cooperelizabeth
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Jul 23, 2020
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Depending on the person the answer would be different. The causes for your insomnia could be from too much caffeine to anxiety. Speaking to a therapist about what is happening in your life that could be causing your inability to sleep is important. Once speaking with your therapist you can work through strategies to help you get off to sleep. One of the strategies I used when I had insomnia was the 4-7-8 breathing technique. You inhale for 4 seconds, exhale for 7 seconds and breathe out for 8 seconds. That technique relaxed me before going to sleep but everybody is different so I can't guarantee it will work for you. What I would recommend is speaking to a therapist for the right option for you.
colorfulChi
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Aug 7, 2020
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There are many reasons why we can't fall asleep at night. Whether it be too much caffeine, too many worrying thoughts, insomnia, or even anxiety many of us experience sleepless nights. The best thing to do is analyze your daily actions and see if any of them could be impacting your sleep. Once identified, change that and test whether or not your sleep was affected. This may take trial and error, but if you cannot make any working changes, it might be time to consult a medical professional. They will help you identify what's keeping you from sleeping and create a plan for you on wards.
Danniethegirl
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Aug 23, 2020
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This could be any number of issues both physiological or psychological. Physiological sources of sleeplessness could be anything from chemical imbalances in the brain that causes higher levels of adrenaline preventing sleep to disturbances in your circadian rhythm and melatonin production. Melatonin is a naturally occurring substance in the body and a lack of this can make it difficult for someone to fall asleep. Use of melatonin has been shown in studies to assist with the regulation of healthy sleep cycles without the risk of overdose associated with traditional sleep aids. Psychological causes for sleeplessness could be anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, bipolar disorder in a manic episode (where sleeplessness and low amounts of sleep are well tolerated due to an inexplicable amount of energy and mood elevation), manic disorder, or possible just having had too much caffeine or sugar in your diet. Carbohydrates are also a source of increases in blood sugar levels stimulating sleeplessness. Sleeplessness could have a number of sources, so it would be best to speak with your physician if you have concerns or struggle to sleep for more than 2-4 hours at a time.
0SnowSound0
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Sep 26, 2020
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There may br many reasons for that... For many people it's becuase of Stress from Work or School / Collage or Family-Life. It may be something related from birth if you had these issues ongoing before. There's also Insomnia.. or Stress-influenced Insomnia but don't really come to conclusions by your own ideas.. It's better to Check-In with a Professional if possible."?" to overcome this you may try these:
1-Avoiding Screens before going to bed.[That's a famous one.. The light from the screens effects your Brain.]
2-Avoiding Caffiene.[That's also famous.]
3-Taking a Shower before bed.
4-Writing out your thoughts.[You can dispose of it later if not wanted.] So it doesn't bother you while you try to sleep.
5-Exercise.[In the Day-Time not Night although.]
6-Avoiding / Deal / Cope with your Stressers.
These are Examples... I hope it helps."?"
Anonymous
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Oct 14, 2020
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I am sure there are so many people out there with the same problems and I also use to struggle with sleeping. I found a pattern from experience that it is always something that I am worried or thinking about that keeps my brain awake and running. It often feels like you have an urge to do or solve something and it can wait but you are worrying about it so much it prevents you from thinking you can rest. It must be so difficult to go through this. I eventually learned to forgive myself and release myself from those worries that doesn't deserve me attention and brain power for that long. Hopefully you will feel better and find a good way to help with difficulty sleeping. I believe in you!!💜
JasonKing616
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Oct 28, 2020
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You may be suffering from insomnia, an increasingly common affliction in the modern youth of today, due to the many extraneous variables and the exponentially growing library of knowledge, us as young people must know to traverse the world adequately. Because of these things, we spend our sleepless nights toiling our minds over things that have happened in the past, recent or long term. It is important however that we come to terms with what has happened, and become at peace with ourselves and our actions in order to better have a tranquil and harmonious state of mind, and to approach future obstacles with a higher tenacity and resolve, so that we may better ourselves.
DarkPiT23
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Nov 27, 2020
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Insomnia, the inability to get to sleep or sleep well at night, can be caused by stress, jet lag, a health condition, the medications you take, or even the amount of coffee you drink. Insomnia can also be caused by other sleep disorders or mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Start by trying to take your mind off any racing thoughts. Picture a relaxing scene that involves sleep and build that scene in your mind. ...
If that doesn't work and you're still wide awake, try getting up for a short time. ...
Avoid technology, like phones, computers, or TV.
Anonymous
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Jan 3, 2021
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The medical term is Insomnia which can be :
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep, hard to stay asleep, or cause you to wake up too early and not be able to get back to sleep. You may still feel tired when you wake up.
Many people experience short-term insomnia, which lasts for days or weeks. It's usually the result of stress or a traumatic event. So if you are going through stress maybe because of schooling, work or some other personal problem it might be the cause of it.
Usually after the source of the stress is gone you will be able to sleep again, but if you keep having insomnia for a long period of time or are unable to identify the problem that caused it you should seek professional medical help. There are currently many treatments for sleeping problems.
kindEars2121
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Jan 17, 2021
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Improve your daytime habits. Regardless of your sleep problems, sticking to a consistent sleep schedule, getting regular exercise, limiting your intake of caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine, and managing stress will translate into better sleep over the long term.
Develop a relaxing bedtime routine to prepare your mind and body for sleep. Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and cool, avoid heavy meals and too many fluids late at night, take a warm bath, read, or listen to soothing music to unwind, and turn off screens at least one hour before bedtime.
Get back to sleep when you wake up at night. Whether you have a sleep disorder or not, it’s normal to wake briefly during the night. If you’re having trouble getting back to sleep, try focusing on your breathing, meditating, or practicing another relaxation technique. Make a note of anything that’s worrying you and resolve to postpone worrying about it until the next day when it will be easier to resolve
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