Question 1

i have chronic anxiety and when i just about to drift to asleep i wake gasping for air and sometimes during the day is that anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Shortness of breath can be caused by anxiety, but there are many other causes.    Waking up gasping for air could be a sign of sleep apnea, which can lead to anxiety.  See your doctor.

Question 2

whenever i'm about to fall asleep, i wake up gasping feeling as though my breathing has stopped. eliminated anxiety and sleep apnea. anything else?

Accepted Answer

Possibly asthma: Do your symptoms happen only at night?  Do you have associated runny nose or heartburn?  
Rarely, asthma, post-nasal drip and heartburn can cause you to cough or gasp for air while sleeping.

Question 3

after having my wisdom teeth removed(today). when i fall asleep, i wake up gasping for air. will this pass? it's quite terrifying.

Accepted Answer

Need supervision: The only reason that I can think of for having breathing issues following wisdom teeth removal is narcotic use. If you can breathe normally and don't have any throat swelling, be careful with narcotic dosage. This can decrease your drive to breathe normally. If you've taken narcotics and are sleepy, make sure someone is with you and can monitor your breathing.

Question 4

having a hard time staying asleep. i wake up very easily. what do you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Good sleep hygiene: 1. Keep a regular bedtime & wakening time (to include weekends). Get up the same time each day, regardless of what time you fell asleep. 
2. Make a regular, relaxing bedtime routine. Relaxing rituals prior to bedtime many include a warm bath or shower, aroma therapy, reading, or listening to gentle music. 
3. Sleep in a dark, quiet, cool room on comfortable mattress & pillows.

Question 5

my friend has started sleeping two hours then wakes up and falls back asleep two hours later since saturday and i am worried... what's wrong with him?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor : There are several possible causes of this apparent sedation ranging from drug effect to infection to metabolic problem. Your friend needs an evaluation by a doctor.

Question 6

how do i fall asleep if i wake up during the night?

Accepted Answer

Use good sleep: Hygiene.  1. Keep a regular bedtime & wakening time (to include weekends). Get up the same time each day, regardless of what time you fell asleep. 
2. Make a regular, relaxing bedtime routine. Relaxing rituals prior to bedtime many include a warm bath or shower, aroma therapy, reading, or listening to gentle music. 
3. Sleep in a dark, quiet, cool room on comfortable mattress & pillows.

Question 7

how come i fall asleep easy and wake up 10 to 15 minutes later?

Accepted Answer

Talk to doctor: Difficulty sleeping is a very common condition. There are so many possibilities, it is not possible to provide  you with any kind of specific answer online.  You need to see your family physician or internist and get a thorough check up.  It could be depression, drinking alcohol, caffeine, cigarettes, sleeping conditions, pain, and so on.  Most sleeping problems can be successfully managed.

Question 8

what is the most effective way to fall asleep fast, stay asleep and wake up feeling alert and energized?

Accepted Answer

Routine: Routine is key. Avoid caffeine after 4pm. Turn off tv, computers and internet access for one hour prior to sleep. Do something relaxing like reading or listening to soft music. Make sure you use your bed for just sleep, not working or tv. Get enough exercise during the day. Those are a few ideas. Good luck!

Question 9

nothing i seem to try helps my 13 mon old stay asleep at night. is it ok for her to still wake 1-2 times?

Accepted Answer

Infant sleeping: Every baby is different. They have their own body rhythms, preferences, and personalities. It is certainly well within the range of normal for a 13-month old to be waking 1-2 times a night.

Question 10

during night i can't fall asleep. or when i do i wake up every hour :/ what can i do to help my sleep patterns ?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygiene: Work on sleep hygiene such as bed restriction and stimulus control. If it's a breathing disorder, a sleep study should be considered. If it's a parasomnia, medication can help. Seeing a sleep specialist can help you determine the best course.

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I have chronic anxiety and when i just about to drift to asleep i wake gasping for air and sometimes during the day is that anxiety?

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Whenever i'm about to fall asleep, i wake up gasping feeling as though my breathing has stopped. eliminated anxiety and sleep apnea. anything else?

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After having my wisdom teeth removed(today). when i fall asleep, i wake up gasping for air. will this pass? it's quite terrifying.

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Having a hard time staying asleep. i wake up very easily. what do you recommend?

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My friend has started sleeping two hours then wakes up and falls back asleep two hours later since saturday and i am worried... what's wrong with him?

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How do i fall asleep if i wake up during the night?

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How come i fall asleep easy and wake up 10 to 15 minutes later?

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What is the most effective way to fall asleep fast, stay asleep and wake up feeling alert and energized?

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Nothing i seem to try helps my 13 mon old stay asleep at night. is it ok for her to still wake 1-2 times?

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During night i can't fall asleep. or when i do i wake up every hour :/ what can i do to help my sleep patterns ?

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