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Can't sleep naturally at all anymore.supplements don't work. worried, what to do? have psych med usage ruined my natural sleep processes?

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Dr. Robert Kassoff answered

Unlikely: It is unlikely that this has ruined your sleep cycle. It is likely that you need assistance in establishing good sleep hygiene. There are professionals who specialize in sleep medicine. This would be a good thing to do given your presentation. A sleep study might also be in order.

Answered 5/14/2013

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Can't sleep naturally at all anymore.supplements don't work. worried, what to do? have psych med usage ruined my natural sleep processes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kassoff answered

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