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Yep. been there done that!

I feel tired and I go to bed early but I just lie there and stare into space!

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Originally Posted by Milky Bar Kid (Post 1858418)

So that the GP will tell me that there is obviously something worrying me and not to think about it and/or give me drugs? Neither of which will actually FIX the problem?

That depends on the GP.

There's a couple at my local surgery that would do that, there's also a few that I know definitely wouldn't.

You loose nothing by trying, surely?

Can i join your club? I cant sleep either and i hate it cus i cant get up in the mornings :(

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Originally Posted by dizzyblonde (Post 1858430)

Don't you work a lot of nights MBK?

could have summat to do with it.

Do 2 days, 2 backshifts (4pm-2) and 2 ngihts (11pm-8am) and then 4 days off. Not even able to sleep during the day properly tho.... and I have never had a prblem with it before in the past 3 years.

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Originally Posted by Milky Bar Kid (Post 1858426)

I just lie there....and nothing happens...

That sounds like a classic case of insomnia then.

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Originally Posted by http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/Insomnia.html

Self-help

There are a number of things that you can do to help overcome insomnia. These are known as sleep hygiene measures and include the following.

Reduce your caffeine intake, especially late in the day.
Drink alcohol in moderation. It may make you sleepy, but it will cause you to wake up early.
If you smoke, try to stop. Night-time breathing problems are more likely in smokers. For more information see Related topics.
Take regular exercise, but don't do strenuous activity immediately before going to bed. For more information see Related topics.
Don't take naps during the day.
Try taking a warm bath, having a milky drink or listening to soothing music to create a relaxed mood before going to bed.
Meditation and exercise such as yoga can have a relaxing affect, helping prepare your body for sleep.
Try to get into a daily routine to establish a sleep rhythm. Go to bed the same time each night and get up the same time each morning.
Don't have heavy or rich meals, especially in the few hours before you go to bed.
If you can't sleep, get up and read until you feel sleepy or do something you find relaxing. Don't watch television as this can stimulate the mind, and try not to lie in bed thinking about how much sleep you are missing.
Mentally dealing with the day's unfinished business is also helpful. Write down any worries to deal with the next day before you go to bed. This may help to clear them from your mind and prevent them re-surfacing in the early hours.
Make sure your room isn't too hot or too cold, and that your bed is comfortable.

You have no idea how mental this is driving me!

I keep bursting into tears because I cannae cope with being tired!

Give some of those self help things a try. Staying on the forums at this time will only make it worse.

Tried all of the above. That is why I have now resorted just to sitting up! I'v been like this for weeks, not just past few nights.

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Originally Posted by Milky Bar Kid (Post 1858454)

Tried all of the above. That is why I have now resorted just to sitting up!

Aha. Now we're getting somewhere. :)

Whilst sitting up, what do you do? The .Org? The TV? Read a book?

Before the last few weeks, what activity would of really chilled you out (maybe not made you sleepy, just relaxed)?

Have you tried listening to music while sleeping? Personally doesnt help me, but ive heard it helps others.