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I am 19 and i have sleeping problems i sleep late around 1-2am and wake up early and than get tired during the day and take a nap at 5clck, how can i prevent this from happening?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Insomnia: Sleep hygiene is best option. Sometimes, medications are used on as needed basis. Refer to my articles on the topic Sleep Hygeine.

Dr Malik agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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A member asked:

I am 19 and i have sleeping problems i sleep late around 1-2am and wake up early and than get tired during the day and take a nap at 5clck, how can i prevent this from happening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ali answered

Dr Malik agreed

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