I am unable to get proper sleep. what should i do?

Sorry to hear that: At your age, by far the most common cause is stress/anxiety. Try exercising and other sort of stress-reducing exercises you may find helpful. If this persists see your doc.

There is help: Talk to your physician, you may need a sleep study. Also sleep hygiene is important as well. Getting on a routine. Learning to wind down. No naps during the day. Read more about it under patient information http://umm.Edu/programs/sleep.

Sleep suggestions:: Regular sleep schedule, especially time to get up. Minimize light before sleep period, including tv ; computer. Don't go to bed hungry or right after a big meal. Avoid or minimize caffeine ; alcohol. Exercise regularly, but not within 3-4 hrs before bedtime. Use relaxing pre-sleep routine (warm bath, light snack, reading). Bedroom temp at 60-68f. Learn relaxation skills. Find sleep specialist.

Agree w Dr. Refai. : Tips: 1.Keep regular bed ; waking time (even weekends). Rise same time each day, regardless of time you fell asleep. 2. Develop relaxing bedtime routine: warm bath/shower, aromatherapy, reading, or listening to gentle music. 3. Sleep in dark, quiet, cool room w comfortable mattress ; pillows. 4. Bedroom is only for sleep ; sex. No work materials, computers, ; tv in room. 5. Finish eating at least.

Sleep hygiene: Having a plan helps. Many people can't sleep but are drowsy all day. Consolidating that sleep is important. Starting with having an active awake time is helpful - wake at the same time each day, and include some form of aerobic exercise each day. More hints are available at: surprise! college campuses: http://www.ithaca.edu/sacl/healthpromotion/sleep/