Trouble sleeping at night

[blahdiblah]

Hello, i hope someone would be able to maybe give me some advice... i've been struggeling to fall asleep over the last couple of weeks, and when i eventually get to sleep i wake up every now and then... so not had a good nights rest in a long time... any ideas of what could cause this? or advice to get back to my normal sleeping routine? (usually go to bed at 11 and then get up at 7) thanks x

[puddicat]

sorry i dont think there is a right answer for you everyone is different, i have problems with sleeping for some years, how old are you???, as as you get older u need less sleep, you could try the usual rememdies such as hot milk,bananas, or even lettuce are meant to help,i think valerian is good for some people, you can even get a wristband that someone on here championed, its a question of triall and error, maybe ure state of mind as some thing to do with it, are you feeling stressed???

[spammylou]

Normally it is caused by anxiety/stress/depression.

I suffer with it from time to time, like at the moment, I am just starting my own business!

What works:- Exercise, and lots of it. good diet, cut back on caffeine especially, do not drink it after 4pm. Alcohol too can cause problems. Write down anything that is on your mind.

Good luck.

[Ice.Maiden]

Agree with spammylou.
Try and get some fresh air before going to bed, and maybe taking a warm bath and a milky drink.
Also, it may not be easy to remove yourself from any problems you may have, but if this's the case, try to. Anxiety, depression, worries - the worst things in the world for keeping you awake at nights. x

[bigl]

I agree with the above answers and the worse thing you can do is to worry about not getting enough sleep. When your body really needs sleep it'll take it.

Concentrate on making the time you're awake as pleasant as possible. Plan something nice to think about for when you get to bed.