World of Psychology

Can’t sleep? Resist turning to a medication first

By John M Grohol PsyD
April 5, 2006

Rx for sleep not first option

Sleep disorders are very common in America and most doctors and therapists have had people complain about their lack of quantity or quality of sleep. But you shouldn’t automatically turn to a medication to help you sleep (unless it’s a fairly rare occurrence).

“If you do decide to visit a doctor, go with the expectation that your insomnia will be evaluated, rather than immediately asking for a prescription. Insomnia has many causes and these should be evaluated.”


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As I tried to review in my mind the many causes of my not being able to sleep I awoke the next morning asking myself what was I thinking of when I fell sleep…

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