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Im going in for a sleep study, but i have insomnia. how am i supposed to sleep for the actual sleep study? what happens if im awake too long, do i go home or ask for sedatives? its worse knowing im not in my own bed and im being watched.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Sleep study: Your concerns are very natural and normal. Please share them w/your doc or the sleep study folks before you get there and while there. They know what to do. Peace and good health.

Answered 2/24/2018

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A member asked:

Im going in for a sleep study, but i have insomnia. how am i supposed to sleep for the actual sleep study? what happens if im awake too long, do i go home or ask for sedatives? its worse knowing im not in my own bed and im being watched.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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