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I occasionally work 3 night shifts in a row twice a month. i have trouble sleeping restfully during the day during this time. i have a very irregular work shift schedule (day, swing, nights, all the above and flip-flopping back and forth). what recom
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Shift work: Working rotating shifts is difficult. On the night shifts you need to wear very dark glasses driving home. The sleep room needs to be blacked out and house lights need to be dim. The use of pre work bright lights might help too. Need to see sleep specialist.
Answered 8/13/2012
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Common complaint: Actigraphy can be useful modafinil can be useful also how about lots of coffee?
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