Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi,
I don't particularly sleep very well and it's just getting worse. Currently I'm taking 50mg fast release Quetiapine as all else has failed. I hate talking it as it just makes me constantly tired.
Does anyone have any other suggestions as everything from "sleep hygiene" to sleep medication does absolutely nothing?
I fall asleep but don't stay there very long.
I read a book, listening to music and watch something funny. Also have no caffeine.
Hi, I don't drink caffeine after 3pm and I rarely drink alcohol. When my mind is occupied with something external (music/TV etc) I seem to get drowsy, once I'm alone in my own head that's when I seem you waken up.
Stay away from screens before bed, spend a few minutes just thinking, letting your mind go where it wants. Turn onto one side and let the events of the day wash over you, then turn over and think of nice and relaxing things.
Are you the right temperature in bed, neither to hot nor to cold? I always use 100% cotton sheets pillow cases and duvet covers, I find these regulate heat better than polycotton. Make sure the room is aired. I use sheets and blankets as I find it easier to take them ooff and one when I'm too hot or too cold.
Have you tried herbal teas, such as chamomile or a sleep mix?
Isn't sleep hygene about having no distractions like pictures and books in your bedroom? I would find that freakily clinical and would wake up wondering if I was dead!
I think interupted sleep is something that happens as you get older too.