I have trouble sleeping at night, what should I do?

[Anonymous]

I toss and turn all night and it`s driving me crazy and then usually, I`m so thirsty, I always need water or some drink. I don`t know why :/

[peace-love-couture]

-Turn off all electrical devices 1 hour before bedtime to allow your mind to rest and relax: Television, computer, ipod, laptop, radio, cellphone etc

-Keep yourself hydrated throughout the day, do not wait until you are thirsty. Little sips of water throughout the day will help keep you well hydrated, although it's recommended to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.

-Make sure your bed is comfortable. If you need a new mattress, invest in a new one, if you need new pillows, buy some new ones, if you need bed padding to add a little comfort, buy one(they aren't expensive at all).

-Go to sleep and wake up every single day at the same time. You shouldn't try to make up for lack of sleep over the weekend by sleeping in because it's bad for you.

-Try to remain stress free and relax. I have trouble sleeping also and part of it is because my mind is always racing and it keeps me up:/ I used to meditate 5 minutes before bed every night to help my mind calm down but I haven't done that in a long time.

Here are some links with more information and help(everything I listed was all I could think of off the top of my head):

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[Asker]

Thank you. :)

[slipslender]

hmmm...warm milk works. I tend to put an icepack on my back. relaxes me. try it out.

[Asker]

Thank you.

[Electric_Dreams]

Yeah maybe try that errr... Horlicks. Also I find lavender and tea tree scented oils really soothing and relaxing every once in a while. Just sprinkle a little on your cushion before you go to bed.

If the problem persists then you should see your GP, and if your GP can't find anything wrong, maybe see if they think you should see a therapist and if they can refer you. See if it's not something physical then it could be something psychological on a sub conscious level.

[Asker]

No to the GP and psychologist. Thanks anyway.

[cjwright79]

Open more windows in your house, turn the heating down, or find something to do which isn't trying in vain to sleep. Read, eat, drink, watch TV, pleasure yourself, go for a walk, turn the radio on, use internet radio (Classic FM from London is good), or if worst comes to worst fantasize about killing yourself (or others).

[Asker]

Thanks.

[cjwright79]

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[doctorwhofan23]

Try not to drink caffeine at all. Sometimes you can get a machine that makes relaxing noises and stuff that can help. I sometimes have this problem as well. Also are there distractions in your room do you have a TV or computer they say the bedroom should only be for sleeping and sex I guess.

[Asker]

I haven`t drank any caffeine in a while. I don`t really have any distractions, not if I keep my window closed which I always do. I don`t have a computer or a TV in there. I don`t know what the problem is. :/

[doctorwhofan23]

I know what you mean it sometimes is hard, do you have a regular schedule you do everyday with regards to sleep? You could try relaxing each part of your body starting with your feet and you work up to your head you kind of take deep breaths when you do it too.

[cjwright79]

The few times I've had coffee after 9pm, I've never regretted it. Quality coffee is excellent stuff.

[doctorwhofan23]

Why did I get a down arrow I was just trying to help.

[Asker]

Haters gonna hate.

[Asker]

Yes, I`ve had a good lseeping pattern these days, it`s justI wake up often throughout the night which is killing me.

[doctorwhofan23]

I guess if you want help trying to sleep I can give you more tips if what I said does not work

[Asker]

That`d be great. :)

[CakenDonuts]

Sounds like its because of the season (getting warmer, pollen, etc...) you need to put more information if you want people to specifically know what your problem is.

There are plenty of tips online that can help you have a better sleep, including but limited to sleep positions, bedtime snacks, over the counter drugs, etc.. just don't take in any food that has caffeine before sleep.

[micricjac]

is there anything on your mind

allow 2 hours between eating and going to bed

do something which will make you tired

have music on at a low volume

read a book

[Asker]

Yeah, a lot. Thanks.

[micricjac]

talk it over before it helps loads

[Anonymous]

try green tea before bed to calm down a bit

btw, did you redeem a gag hat?

[Asker]

Thank you.

LMAO, it`s not from gag. :)

[Opinion Owner]

lol. I didn't read the fine print. just saw the gag lol

[Anonymous]

play cricket for hrs with me& I bet u'll fall asleep the moment you lie...

[Asker]

;)

[Anonymous]

masturbate before bed (wonders)

[Asker]

That doesn`t always help either. :/

[Opinion Owner]

oh I'm so sorry lol I thought you were a guy. because the color of your exp level is blue.

When a guy masturbates, it makes him very tired. For women, it gives them energy boost. So never mind my answer about masturbating before bed.

Your symptoms sounds like what a Diabetes person would experience. You should have the doctor check it out.

[Asker]

LOL, niice haha

I don`t want to visit the doctor tbh so Imma leave it.

[Opinion Owner]

Even if you are not a fat person, Diabetes can still exist within your body. We can blame it through the genes that have been passed down. I know this really skinny woman and she has diabetes.

Think about it, a visit to the doctor, might save you from a stroke.

[Asker]

I`ll think about it if this problem persists. Thanks.

[Anonymous]

Warm Milk (before you sleep) does wonders :)

[Asker]

What about the tossing and turning? :/ I don`t know if it`s because I`m scared of something or I don't know but I can`t sleep for more than 2 hours without waking up. :/

[Opinion Owner]

Anxiety..probably you're anxious or worried about smth, you're missing someone, you're in a transition state in school or work, etc...

Warm milk will help :)

[Asker]

You`re right. It`s because of most of the things you`ve mentioned. Thank you.

[Shadoww]

milk:)

[Asker]

Thanks.

[Shadoww]

yay! +1! =D

[Asker]

;)

[Shadoww]

;D

[TheWhiteFreshPrince]

Nyquil!