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I have a really bad sleeping problem - i wake up too early and can't fall back asleep?

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Dr. Steven Reidbord answered

Many possibilities: "early morning awakening" is characteristic of clinical depression, but if your mood is fine, also consider anxiety about the upcoming day, physical discomfort (room too hot or cold etc), noise or light in room, bad mattress, etc. Depending on bedtime, you may not need more sleep. If you take care of the obvious and it remains a problem, ask your doctor about seeing a sleep specialist.

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Answered 4/23/2016

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A member asked:

I have a really bad sleeping problem - i wake up too early and can't fall back asleep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Reidbord answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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