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How can i get to sleep earlier/easier and get up earlier?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No one answer: There are always suggestions for getting faster and better sleep, but no one therapy or answer fits everyone. It may depend on your eating habits, exercise, meds, supplements, heredity, etc. If this becomes a major problem, consult your dr. (may need a sleep study>).

Answered 12/28/2013

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Avoid caffeine : You are trying to get to sleep earlier. Try to avoid any caffeine after noon. After your evening meal try to relax but not sleep. Avoid amy stimulus like television. Use your bedroom for sleep not exercise. Make sure room is dark and quiet. Hope this helps.

Answered 4/21/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Make the decision to: Retire ; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark ; cool ; use only for sex ; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs ; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized ; finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm bath or lavender scent.

Answered 12/29/2013

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