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Have you seen mental breakdown ever from an executive - i experienced stress overload and i think anxiety attacks at 51 what is best to help sleep etc?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep: Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm bath or lavender scent. Google >>>.

Answered 8/9/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Anxiety sttacks: Seek long term professional help from your physician or from a psychiatrist.

Answered 10/4/2016

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