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I have trouble falling asleep, what to do?

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Depends: Did you USED TO sleep well? If so, what in your life has changed? If you haven't slept well your whole adult life, some basic tips: Make sure room is dark enough Bedroom should be for sleep (and sex) only If it's not quiet, consider white noise like fan If your mattress if old/lumpy, consider investing in a new one WHAT ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT? Can you put your thoughts away? Try meditation, yoga

Answered 10/11/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep hygiene is: important. 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 10/18/2014

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