A 21-year-old female asked:
not sleeping well lately- can't fall or stay asleep...is "calms forte" a safe sleep aid? currently taking tylenol (acetaminophen) occasionally for a concussion.
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Dr. Andrew Berry answered
14 years experience Clinical Psychology
Neuropsych eval: Get a neuropsychological evaluation from a neuropsychologist board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology to assess what areas of the brain have been effected by the concussion and how it factors into current sleep loss.
Answered on Feb 8, 2015
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