I can't sleep help!?

Question: I don't seem to be able to get the good night sleep I need. I do sport, I have a regular lifestyle - although I tend to have my dinner very late nowadays - I don't drink coffe nor alcohol nor smoke. I drink camomille all day long at work! I know I have a lot going on my mind, but still. it is physical, I go to bed and then I wake up suddenly and it is the end of it!! even the sleeping from hte supermarket have no effects! help!! (oh and I don't want to be a addict of pills..)

Answers:
I was told by a doctor that not getting to sleep was anxiety and waking up in the night was depression. You will know if this is an issue within your life or a sleep disorder. I think that counselling or something of that nature could help.
I would also look at sleep hygene such as going to bed and waking up at the same time. Just use your bedroom for sleep no tv or computer. Keep a sleep journal there might be a pattern to your sleep and an activity(also look at what your eating, could there be something stimulating you there ie food intolerance, cola or drinks that has caffine, some times medication has caffine). Try and eat earlier you are doing something energy intensive when your body is winding down. Make sure your room is dark. Have you tried those hynotherapy cds. I have found them very helpful.
I think if this is a long term issue for you then sometimes a doctor maybe be a port of call but do not let them put you on tablets if that is not what you want

Other Answers:
read a book, if that doesnt work see your docter about it they will give u more professional advise

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If you are having trouble sleeping, make sure to wake up early (like 10 am) and dont take naps in the day, if you are having trouble sleeping read a boring book.

However you might want to consult a professional about it as he can give you pills (temporarely) until you get a sleep habit going.

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Chammimoile tea is sometimes purchased for only the good taste of the tea leaves. It may be caffinated. If not, try taking a hot bath (not shower) before bed. Drink alot throughout the day. Try to stay away from really sugary things. You also may have stress, anxiety, or worst case (not likely) RLS (restless legs syndrome). OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) can keep you awake at night if you have too much on your mind, or you just may be someone who needs iron. You may be anemic. An iron supplement is all natural. You can get it at whole foods. IF YOU HAVE A PERSONAL CD PLAYER GET SOME CHILL OUT SOUNDS, RAIN FORREST THE SEA WHALE SONG THERE IS A LOT YOU CAN LISTENED TO. I USE IT MYSELF. I HOPE THIS HELPS.

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There are a lot of great articles and information on how stress can effect sleep at ( http://www.reducingstress.net ). there are also many tips for solving the problem. Also, there is also a link to the stresseraser which is a great biofeedback device that can help you get to sleep.

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