Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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ccleaver
ccleaver

I've had insomnia for a couple of years now. I've have different sleeping pills Ambien, Prazosin, Trazodone, benedryl, and now Seroquel. I even tried CBD gummies recently and those stopped working too. I'm on my feet all day and even get my heart going. So it's not lack of exercise. 

Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
I’ve had insomnia since I was a kid. I used to stay up reading till 3 am. Trazodone worked for a while. Seroquel worked for a while. Melatonin worked for a while. So I get it. Sorry I don’t have any more suggestions.
SensitiveHoboLady
SensitiveHoboLady
I have been on seroquel for many years. After awhile I needed it reduced for other issues, but I am on a lifelong maintenance low dosage and i will not fall asleep if I don’t take the 25mg. Also relied on Ambien. I don’t recommend anything like ativan to numb the anxiety that caused my insomnia and worry because that’s hard to get off of.

I have found the timing is everything. No big cardio before bed but gentle yoga and breathing and core-engaging pilates moves an hour before bed helped me channel extra anxious stuff. Also my diet. I can’t eat sugary sweets at night.

I hope you find relief soon.
EmeraldGem1017
EmeraldGem1017
@ ccleaver, I totally understand where you're coming from. Just the other day I was thinking about why it was so hard for me to fall asleep as I full-time college student with two jobs. I go to bed between 4:00-7:00 in the morning and wake up between 10:00 am-12:00 pm. I am constantly fatigued and exhausted and I don't know what to do.

Should I see my psychiatrist for some sleeping pills? This is getting out of hand quickly and I really need to get more rest before I burn out even more :(

I also agree with @ SensitiveHoboLady in her recommendation of breathing and core-engaging pilates exercises. Deep breathing helps but that's all it is, it's just breathing. No matter what I do, I can't fall asleep, I can't get rest, and I am always fatigued. What should I do and have you found any solutions for yourself that you can share?
ccleaver
ccleaver
@ Emeraldgem1017. I'm considering investing in a full on hot tub, hot water eases up weariness so even if you don't sleep your relaxed and all of your muscles are rejuvenated. .I've been told many times to stop staring at your phone about 7pm. Someone I know drinks marijuana tea to knock them out at night... But for me unfortunately it just makes me laugh my ass off
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
A hot tub sounds wonderful.... A lot of people with bipolar really struggle with sleep problems unfortunately.... There are medical text books on this alone and it sux... Big hug.. xo
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