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How can you beat insomnia and get sleep?
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Insomnia: Could be acute or chronic for acute, sleep hygiene, behavioral techniques, meds are good option for long term studies have shown cbti is better than meds.
Answered 9/25/2013
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Sleep Hygiene: 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.
Answered 9/26/2013
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