While many advise against it, a few drinks might help relax you occasionally. Just be cautious about dependency or disrupting your natural sleep patterns.
Sometimes a simple solution like a Gatorade or Mountain Dew and beer combo can offer some relief, though it’s not for everyone.
After being on gabapentin and clonazepam, I found that Mirtazapine at a higher dose helped me stabilize my sleep. While medications vary in effectiveness, sometimes finding the right one takes time.
Have you tried gentle yoga before bedtime? It can be very soothing and might help prepare your body and mind for sleep.
If you haven’t yet, consider undergoing a comprehensive sleep study where they monitor your sleep patterns closely. It could provide some insights.
Dealing with Borderline Personality Disorder and CPTSD, I’ve found that intensive outpatient therapy and consistent CBTi have made a significant difference. Also, being upfront about your severe symptoms with healthcare providers can sometimes expedite assistance.
Sometimes medications like Ambien, coupled with magnesium supplements, can offer some relief and help stabilize your sleep patterns.
Experimenting with marijuana, either smoking or edibles, might offer some insight into whether it can help your sleep issues, as it has varied effects.
Sawyer said:
Experimenting with marijuana, either smoking or edibles, might offer some insight into whether it can help your sleep issues, as it has varied effects.
I’ve tried using marijuana to help with sleep, but it’s hit or miss for me. Some nights it works great, other nights it seems to make things worse.
Sawyer said:
Experimenting with marijuana, either smoking or edibles, might offer some insight into whether it can help your sleep issues, as it has varied effects.
While marijuana can initially help with sleep, it might affect sleep quality over time. It’s always good to weigh the short-term benefits against the long-term effects.
@Lennon
I’ve used marijuana for sleep for several years. As long as you don’t use it excessively during the day, it can be a viable option for some. But it’s not ideal for everyone.
Have you tried a sleep study yet? Also, magnesium glycinate in higher doses can sometimes aid sleep.
Combining weed gummies with a half dose of Trazodone has worked well for me in managing sleep issues.