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I'm sleepy, but my brain won't shut up long enough to go to sleep. help please?

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Dr. Hanul Bhandari answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine

Insomnia: Insomnia can be frustrating. Good sleep hygiene is key. Try to avoid electronics, nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, vigorous exercise, bright lights, ; large meals prior to bedtime. Regularize your sleep ; wake up times including weekends. Keep a sleep diary. Understanding why you have insomnia can be effective in treating it. A sleep medicine specialist can help with that. Hope that helps!

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Answered 4/14/2014

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A member asked:

I'm sleepy, but my brain won't shut up long enough to go to sleep. help please?

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