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Suggest Remedy For Sleeplessness

I don't know what to do. I've been in a funk lately. I started getting 4 to 5 hours of sleep a night because of school. Normally if I do that every few days, I can cope just fine, but lately it is taking a toll on me. Now when I actually have time to sleep, my body just wakes me up whenever it feels like it. I feel emptier than usual. I'm normally always happy, always motivated, but I feel like something is missing. I want to get back to where I once was, but I don't know how. And I really want to stay away from sleep medication, for I fear it will only mess me up more. What do I do?
Wed, 11 Jun 2014
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

I understand that you have been going through a difficult time due to your recent problems. The symptoms that you have described such as sleep disturbance, feeling empty, low motivation could be symptoms of stress or depression.

Since you seem to be quite distressed by these problems, I would suggest that you seek professional help. I would advise you to see a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and psychological assessment.

Effective help is available in the form of medication or counselling to help you overcome your problems. So, please don't hesitate to seek professional help.

Wish you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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Suggest Remedy For Sleeplessness

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I understand that you have been going through a difficult time due to your recent problems. The symptoms that you have described such as sleep disturbance, feeling empty, low motivation could be symptoms of stress or depression. Since you seem to be quite distressed by these problems, I would suggest that you seek professional help. I would advise you to see a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and psychological assessment. Effective help is available in the form of medication or counselling to help you overcome your problems. So, please don t hesitate to seek professional help. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist