Coping with insomnia - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information

rambo123 · 03-26-2009, 02:05 AM

When a person does not fall asleep for a long time after going to bed (around 45 minutes) and tosses and turns, in spite of counting sheep, it is a symptom of insomania. In such a case, the reason for failing to sleep could be that the mind is racing or hyperactive and aroused due to stress, anxiety or some traumatic experience.

PaleMale · 04-15-2009, 11:53 AM

My wife and I now dealing with this to some degree.

We have some melatonin from GNC we will try tonight. I may also pick up some tryptophan supplements and take a generic multivitamin in the mornings.

In addition to this, we have promised each other to get more active. Running, the gym, long walks.

It stands to reason, that once we stop drinking, the body just had a large physical and mental weight removed, and the body is accustomed to struggling to clear itself of the poison. With the poison gone, it may take some time to re-regulate itself.

I guess this is my bodies revenge now that I stopped trying to kill it with booze, it can actually fight back!

At least that sounds about right.

PaleMale · 04-15-2009, 11:54 AM

Oh, I just fell for a troll post, didn't I?

Poster has one generic post, that was moderated. Sorry. I should be more careful.

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rambo123 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: delhi,delhi Posts: 1	Coping with insomnia When a person does not fall asleep for a long time after going to bed (around 45 minutes) and tosses and turns, in spite of counting sheep, it is a symptom of insomania. In such a case, the reason for failing to sleep could be that the mind is racing or hyperactive and aroused due to stress, anxiety or some traumatic experience. Last edited by Morning Glory; 03-26-2009 at 02:13 AM. Reason: Removed advertisement

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04-15-2009, 11:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
PaleMale Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York City Posts: 189	My wife and I now dealing with this to some degree. We have some melatonin from GNC we will try tonight. I may also pick up some tryptophan supplements and take a generic multivitamin in the mornings. In addition to this, we have promised each other to get more active. Running, the gym, long walks. It stands to reason, that once we stop drinking, the body just had a large physical and mental weight removed, and the body is accustomed to struggling to clear itself of the poison. With the poison gone, it may take some time to re-regulate itself. I guess this is my bodies revenge now that I stopped trying to kill it with booze, it can actually fight back! At least that sounds about right.

04-15-2009, 11:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
PaleMale Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York City Posts: 189	Oh, I just fell for a troll post, didn't I? Poster has one generic post, that was moderated. Sorry. I should be more careful.

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