A member asked:

I can't sleep at night, so i sleep all day. this can't go on, tried all medicines out for insomnia. need help please?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. R Sangal answered

Delayed sleep phase: It is a vicious circle, if you sleep all day you cannot sleep at night. You may have a delayed sleep phase synrome (in other words, you may be a night owl). If you really want to sleep at night and stay awake during the day, you have to put yourself on a strict schedule with no exceptions. Go to bed at a fixed time (use an alarm clock), get up 7-8 hours later whether or not you slept, no naps.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep: Agree w dr. Sangal. You can use good sleep hygiene to help regulate yourself. 1. Keep a regular bedtime & wakening time (to include weekends). Get up the same time each day, regardless of what time you fell asleep. 2. Make a regular, relaxing bedtime routine. Relaxing rituals prior to bedtime may include a warm bath or shower, aroma therapy, reading, or listening to gentle music. 3. Sleep in a.

Answered 6/16/2015

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