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What should i do if i can't sleep well because i'm depressed?
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Be seen: There are many meds that can help both depression and insomnia.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Seek medical care : 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 6/13/2014
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