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I'm tired yet i don't want to go to sleep. does this mean my body is tired but my brain isn't?

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Dr. Romana Zvereva answered

Yes, its possible: Either you had a busy day and can't relax or you dont get enough sleep and can't relax.

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Answered 2/24/2013

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