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Depression and Sleep Problems
About 80% of
depressed individuals experience sleep problems as a result of their depressive
illness. There are many sleep problems that may be associated with depression or
depression medications.
Possible problems include: Difficulty falling asleep,
waking up in the middle of the night with difficulty getting back to sleep,
waking up too early in the morning or unusually brief periods of sleep.
If you are suffering from sleep problems, try these treatments:
- Maintain a regular sleep-wake pattern. Go
to bed and wake up at the same times each day, including on the weekend.
- Don't exercise strenuously two to three hours
before going to bed. Exercising early in the day helps you sleep, but
exercising too close to bed causes wakefulness.
- Don't eat a large meal within one to two hours
of going to bed.
- Have a light snack before bed. A little
bit of food before bed can help you sleep.
- Keep a regular bedtime routine
- Don't nap during the day. Napping can interfere
with night sleep.
- Limit the use of caffeine. Caffeine can be
found in tea, coffee, colas, cocoa, chocolate, and many over-the-counter
drugs
- Try
some Relaxation Exercises
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