Post by Sam on Feb 15, 2016 22:34:37 GMT
I know a lot of you guys will agree with me on this one. I hate climbing into bed!
I can be falling asleep in front of the T.V but the moment my head touches the pillow...bam...I'm wide awake.
I did a Google search and found stimulus control therapy.
UpToDate --
"Stimulus control therapy is based on the idea that some people with insomnia have learned to associate the bedroom with staying awake rather than sleeping.
You should spend no more than 20 minutes lying in bed trying to fall asleep.
If you cannot fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up, go to another room and read or find another relaxing activity until you feel sleepy again. Activities such as eating, doing housework, watching TV, or studying for a test, which "reward" you for staying awake, should be avoided.
When you start to feel sleepy, you can return to bed. If you cannot fall asleep in another 20 minutes, repeat the process until you fall asleep.
Do not take a nap during the day.
"You may not sleep much on the first night. However, sleep is more likely on succeeding nights because naps are not allowed." Your bedroom is meant to be a space of quiet repose. If you have difficulty sleeping, you should take a close look at where you are trying to sleep. Distractions and disruptions should be cleared out, from your television to your pets.
I will be posting much more about this on the Insomnia thread. It plays such a massive role in my life. Hopefully you guys don't suffer but if you do, I really hope this helps.
Hope you are all well.
~S
I can be falling asleep in front of the T.V but the moment my head touches the pillow...bam...I'm wide awake.
I did a Google search and found stimulus control therapy.
UpToDate --
"Stimulus control therapy is based on the idea that some people with insomnia have learned to associate the bedroom with staying awake rather than sleeping.
You should spend no more than 20 minutes lying in bed trying to fall asleep.
If you cannot fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up, go to another room and read or find another relaxing activity until you feel sleepy again. Activities such as eating, doing housework, watching TV, or studying for a test, which "reward" you for staying awake, should be avoided.
When you start to feel sleepy, you can return to bed. If you cannot fall asleep in another 20 minutes, repeat the process until you fall asleep.
Do not take a nap during the day.
"You may not sleep much on the first night. However, sleep is more likely on succeeding nights because naps are not allowed." Your bedroom is meant to be a space of quiet repose. If you have difficulty sleeping, you should take a close look at where you are trying to sleep. Distractions and disruptions should be cleared out, from your television to your pets.
I will be posting much more about this on the Insomnia thread. It plays such a massive role in my life. Hopefully you guys don't suffer but if you do, I really hope this helps.
Hope you are all well.
~S
but I never give up.