Thank you for your understanding, doctor. And for taking me in. It is so reassuring to feel that one is in capable hands.
I suspect I might have trouble sleeping on the first night despite my exhaustion. It has been this way since I was a little girl — always the insomniac in unfamiliar rooms…I’m sure I will settle eventually. I imagine you may think it ill-advised to help me along with medication before you have had the time to examine me, though of course, I am far from an expert.
That is, I suppose, part of the problem. I do not know exactly what it is that I need. Talking has helped in the past, but I believe this fatigue and melancholy to be, at least in part, physiological. Why else would I feel both motivated, and betrayed by my body in my pursuit of the things I want to do? I have experienced pure melancholy in the past, but this feels different. More of a sadness caused by my condition than one that precedes the fatigue, if that makes any sense at all.
Of course, I place full trust in your discernment. If you believe the issue to be psychological, I shall answer your questions, no matter how intimate and prodding. I do so hope to make an improvement while I am in your care, and I will submit to any treatment you see fit.
I am so thankful that you find comfort in my care, that truly means the world to me, my dear patient.
As for your insomnia, I do think medication could help, perhaps some melatonin? Of course, there are other ways to assist in your sleep. Chamomile tea might be a good start, if you like. I can also make sure the room is adjusted specifically to your needs, I want you to be as comfortable as possible here.
Your awareness of your issues is also very interesting, I hope I will be able to help you further discern and understand your situation. It could be perhaps due to a neurological condition, such as Autism or ADHD. If you have one or both, that might help to identify the root of the problem. If not then, I am personally not adverse to keeping you here for longer observation periods.
Regardless, we will get to the bottom of this together, I promise you that. Have faith in your doctor, won't you?