Initial insomnia: What you have is referred to as initial insomnia. It is where you have difficulty falling asleep. Simple everyday worries can cause this problem as can psychiatric conditions such as generalized anxiety disorder and depression. Practice sleep hygiene. Please see anyone of dr. Heidi fowlers excellent reviews of this topic on this healthtap website. If this becomes persistent see a sleep psychologist first and try cbt or over-the-counter melatonin taken approximately two hours before desired sleep time.If it becomes chronic see a sleep disorder specialist or a psychiatrist.Best wishes.
Answered 12/4/2013
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Yes: If you have trouble falling sleep then you have insomnia. If you fall sleep and then keep waking up all night and then tired then it could be. Obstructive sleep apnea. Or poor sleep hygiene . Either way make sure. No caffeine or chocolate after 3 pm. No exercise after 6 pm. Don't watch. Tv in bedroom. Drink some. Milk one hour before sleep time. Hopefully this would help.
Answered 11/3/2013
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