Sleep disorder-depression

[jamesmac1661]

Have recently developed a sleeping disorder which jolts me awake when sleep starts and never allows me to reach unconscious sleep state without Ambien type pill not even for a short period(zero).Had recently been layed off after a very long employ and attempting to return.Doctors using drugs to attempt result.Nervous to use meds and also no Health Ins and problem not improving.Any one with similar symptoms?Lack of sleep causing depression.

[hurtingheart1]

That's too bad! I do have some sleep issues & think they do contribute but I've been watching asmr videos online that help me fall asleep better also supplements that help natural calm &can possibly help contribute to healthy sleep like very small dose of supplement melatonin, & b vitamins and there's also things like valerian, lemon balm, Passion flower. maybe do some research online on these ask questions!! Everyone is diff though not 1 size fits all so see what may work for you! Also a good exercise schedule can really help some!☺️

[jamesmac1661 in reply to hurtingheart1]

Thanks for response!was told of melatonin by good friend which I will try.My problem seems to be getting worse and doctors pres anti dep with ambien pill.Afraid to take but do as they say anti dip takes long period to effect.

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I struggled with horrible insomnia for months, getting on an ssri Lexapro has helped a lot my sleep has greatly improved along with my depression and anxiety. I still take some ambien to sleep but I am sleeping. Before I was getting maybe 3 or 4 choppy hours of sleep per night.

[Lu2356]

I am sorry ur experiencing that. There are some beginner yoga videos that helped me get to sleep on YouTube. Also, no caffeine or sweets 2-3 hours before sleeping. I have also done breathing exercises and massaging my hands and feet. A couple of drops of lavender on my pillow. Chamomile tea or warm milk and hot shower or bath to ease ur body into bed. Hope some of this helps. 🙏❤️