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What is the best way to resolve insomnia and sleeping problems?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Insomnia: Depending on the causes which need to be treated first. For primary insomnia with no apparent cause, sleep hygeine works fairly well.

Answered 12/4/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Ali.: Investigate ; address any underlying problems. Use excellent sleep hygiene. 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.

Answered 4/12/2014

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