#difficulty sleeping

Hey Anon,

Thanks for writing to us. Not being able to fall asleep sucks; the fact that lack of sleep causes increased anxiety sucks even more.

I think speaking to your doctor about it would be a good idea and that is probably what can help you most. Sleeping pills can lose their effect after prolonged use so it is possible that that’s occurred, so I would bring that up. Its possible that the best way to deal with the difficulty sleeping is by dealing with the anxiety with a therapist, so you can discuss that option with your doctor.

In the meantime and in addition to, this post has some tips to help ease nighttime anxiety and falling asleep. Also, check out our helpful resources for some relaxation techniques and calming playlists.

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