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What is the best way to overcome sleep deprivation

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Vancouver, WA

Is tea's at night, Reading novels or meditation before bed good ideas?

September 10
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Members offered a wide range of tips for overcoming sleep deprivation, including reading physical books, drinking chamomile or decaf tea,... Read more

Members offered a wide range of tips for overcoming sleep deprivation, including reading physical books, drinking chamomile or decaf tea, using melatonin or prescription sleep aids like trazodone and temazepam, and cutting screen time before bed. Several members also recommended calming sounds like thunderstorm playlists or sleep-focused YouTube videos, and many stressed the importance of sleep hygiene, noting that electronics can keep the brain too stimulated to wind down. A recurring theme was finding a personal routine that works, whether through medication, relaxing activities, or gentle sounds, paired with strong community support for a member who faced a difficult night and an injury.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

Maybe you could play a video like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIQd2Ya0Ziw

September 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

My sleep doctor told me to get Natrol Melatonin tablets that go under your tongue. Sublingual I think. He said most of the other brands are not regulated and there are a few that regulate themselves. I tried tons of others and it didn't work but the natrol ones did work for me.

September 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I find reading before bed and a cup of chamomile tea the most helpful for me. But due to a recent med change, I'm getting to sleep better without melatonin, so I've weaned myself off of it.

September 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Thanks so much DonnaJean2

September 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Take your mind off it!

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