Connect with others who understand.

  • Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  • Real advice from people who’ve been there
  • People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
Powered By
Real members of MyDepressionTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Only got six hours' sleep last night, even as utterly exhausted as I was, as sore as I was, and annoyed that it somehow got to midnight before we went to bed. Ironically speaking, I am *so* over this damned insomnia pattern where I fall asleep like someone throwing an off switch, but I can never seem to sleep past 6. Anything after 7 is a serious luxury anymore and ultra-rare.

I've tried about everything there is under our dying sun, to little or no avail. But, I have not given up trying to… read more

June 22
 · 
Reactions

Answer Summary

Members rallied around a question about combating early waking and insomnia, sharing a wide mix of practical tips including caffeine pills,... Read more

Members rallied around a question about combating early waking and insomnia, sharing a wide mix of practical tips including caffeine pills, CBT-I coaching programs like Sleep Reset, blackout curtains, earplugs, and sleep hygiene routines. Several members discussed sleep supplements like melatonin, with a helpful note that lower doses such as 0.5 to 2 mg often work better than higher ones, and named medications like Lunesta, hydroxyzine, and Lyrica as part of their routines. A recurring theme was the frustrating, ever-moving target of restful sleep, met with warm humor, shared stories, and genuine community support.

A MyDepressionTeam Member
July 7
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I agree!

July 6
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I call them, as well as many adults I've encountered out, cell phone zombies. Our playgrounds are mostly barren and devoid of the laughter of children because it's more easily gratifying to stare at a screen than take the initiative to just *play*.

July 4
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I'm beginning to think they don't stay long anywhere! I still have to find a new psychiatrist. Have an NP in the meantime. Never any fun.
Good luck to you, DonnaJean!

June 26
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I didn't see this until now. I have had issues with insomnia for a long time. I've always been a night owl so my brain seems to wake up later and then really come alive around midnight. lol I have a hard time waking up in the morning. I have caffeine pills that I put in a small pill box (7 little doors). That way I don't have to get up. My alarm goes off and I just take one of those with the water bottle I keep there and that helps me get awake enough to get out of bed to get the brown liquid machine. Now though, I'm supposed to be cutting back because a new drug I'm on is a stimulant. When I add caffeine I get anxious and my tremor gets crazy. I am not good at listening though. You know what really wakes you up? If you stub your toe trying to go pee. OR, a dog jumping on you with sharp claws. That's my best advice.

OH, one more thing. Don't put coffee grounds down the drain. I was told by a plumber that is really bad. It just in your pipes like wet sand and builds up. Also, for plants - it depends on the plant and some don't like it. It is pretty much neutral ph but has lots of nitrogen. It's best to feed it to the worms.

June 25

Related Questions

View All
A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lancaster, PA

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
New Brunswick, NJ