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Ever since we went on a long road trip, i am already sleepy or have fallen asleep by 10 pm and i wake up at 4 - 5 am. i think it is too early for me, how can i change my body clock?

Q: ever since we went on a long road trip, i am already sleepy or have fallen asleep by 10 pm and i wake up at 4 - 5 am. i think it is too early for me, how can i change my body clock?

: To shift your natural body clock forwards (fall asleep later), use bright light exposure at night which delays melatonin release and prevents the natural drive to sleep.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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To shift your natural body clock forwards (fall asleep later), use bright light exposure at night which delays melatonin release and prevents the natural drive to sleep.

Answered 6/7/2022

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A member asked:

Ever since we went on a long road trip, i am already sleepy or have fallen asleep by 10 pm and i wake up at 4 - 5 am. i think it is too early for me, how can i change my body clock?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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