Scared to sleep? A Sleep Expert Explains Sleep Anxiety | Dr. Valerie Cacho

In this video you'll learn what sleep anxiety is and what to do if it is affecting your life.
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Disclaimer: Information provided is for educational purposes and is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice or consultation with a healthcare professional.

[@Tonito600]

The pressure for me comes from the negative health consequences from sleep deprivation. Heart disease, diabetes. Etc

[@nurefsan5977]

I thought it was only me.. It is actually releiving to know there are other people who feel the same way

[@thinkinoutloud8069]

I struggle with the fear of not getting enough sleep which then causes me to be awake

[@ottoyisanoba5902]

How are feeling now?

[@thinkinoutloud8069]

@@ottoyisanoba5902 it happens off and on

[@medloverr]

Sameee

[@jonathanc4166]

A lot of people feel that. My self included.

[@wing4382]

I found out it was a beta blocker blood pressure med that was giving me insomnia..Smh

[@sleephoria]

Yes medications unfortunately can lead to side effects like insomnia. Glad you found this out!

[@vassybaby16]

My body just won’t allow me to sleep it will jerk me awake all night non stop even if I relax. So I have to take a benzo to sleep 😢 I’m guessing my anxiety is really bad. My body is just stuck in the fight or flight response:(

[@alisialove105]

It's so frustrating

[@prathyushasuperveryniceitr6614]

Use homeopathy medicine

[@tomislavkatic4701]

Bro you are not alone❤️

[@pazantonettemorados4936]

I feel you

[@ari-jv]

I’m taking melatonin

[@sleephoria]

Yes for some people melatonin can be beneficial.