Healthshare - Australia's interactive health network

Answers

• 

  Louise Shepherd (Clinical Psychologist)
  Health Professional

  I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years experience working with all sorts of goals and issues. I love working with people, helping them to ... View profile

  They can be related but not necessarily. It really depends what is keeping you from sleeping! One of the the key issues for people who have trouble sleeping is lying awake worrying. 
  
  It is not an easy answer to give without knowing the details really….it would probably be a good idea to chat to your GP or a clinical psychologist (who often deal with insomnia as well as anxiety disorders) and he or she will be able to help you figure out the best way to sort out your sleep. 
  
  There are a few obvious tricks - which most people have already tried - but if you are not sure google “Sleep hygiene” and you will find these…….they include watching your caffeine, not eating big meals close to bed time, exercising regularly but not too late in the day, not watching TV, arguing, etc in bed. A good guide is that bed is for sleep and sex (if relevant!!).
  
  I hope you find a good solution soon. If you need a clinical psychologist to help you sort this out we would be happy to help if we can! Reply to this post  |  Report
• Reply to this post

  You must be a Healthshare member to reply to this post. Log in to your account or Sign up now (it's free)