Tired again I feel so tired all the time it's really getting me down any advice

[gibbogibbs123]

[Photogeek]

Hi if I was feeling very tired all the time I would go to your

GP and get him to run some tests.

If your eating well and exercising you should not be tired all the time.

Hannah

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Hi Hannah

Hope you don't mind me sharing what you sent to me, it's very good advice & could/should help gibbo as well.

James

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No problem James

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Hi gibbo

Hannah sent this to me earlier, it has some really good advice:

If you’re having a hard time sleeping at night or you are sleeping away too much of the day, following some healthy sleep habits may help. To start, set a bedtime schedule. "It is very important for people with a history of depression to keep regular hours of sleep,” says Gajwani. “You should go to bed about the same time and get up about the same time, and use your bedroom only for sleep or sex." Here are some other tips to sleep by:

Exercise. "Make sure to get regular exercise and spend some time outdoors in the sunlight every day. This is a good way to set your biologic clock, and it helps maintain a regular sleep-wake cycle," says Gajwani.

Skip the nap. Avoid afternoon naps, which can lead to nighttime insomnia.

Limit caffeine and alcohol, especially later in the day. Caffeine is a stimulant and can keep you wide awake, while alcohol can disrupt sleep quality. "Alcohol before bedtime will interfere with sleep,” warns Gajwani. “It may help you fall asleep, but you are less likely to sleep through the night."

Get up if you can’t sleep. "Don't waste time lying in bed looking at your clock," says Gajwani. If you find yourself lying awake, the best thing is to get up and do something relaxing until you feel tired.

Shut off the TV. "Avoid watching television late at night. Most shows in the evening are too stimulating and do not promote good sleep,” says Gajwani. “It's better to read a book or do a relaxing activity in the hours before bed."

Practice good sleep hygiene. This includes using your bedroom primarily for sleeping and sticking to a regular sleep schedule. Avoid distractions in your bedroom, like phones, computers, too much light, and too much noise. Make sure your bed is comfortable and that the room temperature is comfortable for sleeping.

Changes in sleep patterns can be an effect of depression or an early warning sign of it. Let your doctor know if you are not able to sleep or if you are sleeping too much. "Over-the-counter sleep aids are not a good solution for people with depression and sleep problems,” says Gajwani. “Practice good sleep hygiene, get regular exercise, and work with your doctor or therapist to get your depression under control." Taking care of yourself, including getting the right amount of restful sleep, can help you manage your depression.

I know with myself that lack of sleep can be a precursor to my depression. Lack of sleep doesn't always lead to it but when I am depressed then lack of sleep has always been a problem beforehand. When tired I don't think as clearly & I don't have as much energy, drive or fight in me. I'm more likely to give into the negative thoughts & then the depression.

Good luck

James

[Golfer15]

Just how I feel today. Have felt like this for ages. Cant remember last time I felt full of energy.

Read my post I put on here earlier. Just take small steps.

Are you working? Give yourself small targets like going for a walk, meeting a friend etc.

We have to push ourselves everyday. Get out of bed at a sensible time and get dressed.

You will feel better doing small jobs, like I have just hung out washing and prepared tea in the slo cooker. I am now sat down.

Do a job then rest.

Have a good day

David

[gibbogibbs123]

I have had tests everything was ok I do work yes

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Hi, I found that when I was depressed I didn't feel able to live a full life and so was bored and exhausted all the time - I don't know whether that applies to you but if so then perhaps your GP might prescribe a different antidepressant? x

[Suzie40]

Maybe you've got that vitamin b12 thing. Gambit will hopefully spot this and tell you more about it x