Sleep problems--HELP!?!

My son has suffered with insomnia since he was a toddler. He has a reversed sleep cycle - sleeps days, awake nights.

He's also a massage therapist and told me of an aroma therapy aid for sleep. Lavender is apparently very conducive to sleep - he doesn't like the smell so it isn't helpful for him. Using it in scented oil, candles, or bath soap might help relax you enough to sleep.

Other factors might be getting in the way, such as too much light. I have a streetlight right outside my window. Even blackout drapes don't block it. I finally bought an eye shade at the dollar store that works wonders. And just the other day I heard on the radio that sometimes people have difficulty sleeping because they are too warm and keep waking because of it. They suggested lowing the temperature at night.

I don't know if any of this will be helpful. I pray that you will be able to find the solution you seek in the suggestions of all who reply.

Mom and old broad

Go to a health food store and get a liquid supplement called sleep assure. It has melatonin in it which helps you sleep. It is all natural and is a delicious lemon flavor. It wont make you drowsy the next day. I pay 13 dollars a bottle for it. It is 30 ounces and you only need a cap full. Sometimes I take a little more. Look it up online to see where to buy it.

1. Avoid caffeine and sugar
2. force yourself to get up at a normal hour
3. Try not to fall asleep until its time to go to bed
4. Don't go to bed if you are not tired
5. try reading

I'm a PA

PLEASE TRY THIS IT WILL MAKE YOU SO TIRED THAT YOU DON'T EVEN WANT TO THINK: TAKE 2 BENADRYL'S AT 5:00 pm

First of DONT TAKE LEXAPRO. Ohmygosh I don't cant even stress that point enough.

I just googled the side effects of taking Lexapro... Look, trouble sleeping and suicidal thoughts or attempts are in there. Just the other day actually I watched a video of someone who commited suicide from being put on Lexapro. Go the natural way. If you are upset about something, handle it. If you can't sleep it is usually ALWAYS a vitamin definciency. Drink Calmag if you can't fall asleep as well. Natural remedies really do work.

ipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; lightheadedness when you stand or sit up; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; trouble sleeping.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Lexapro:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bizarre behavior; black or bloody stools; chest pain; confusion; decreased concentration; decreased coordination; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; memory loss; menstrual period changes; new or worsening agitation, panic attacks, aggressiveness, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility, exaggerated feeling of well-being, restlessness, or inability to sit still; persistent or severe ringing in the ears;persistent, painful erection; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent anxiety or trouble sleeping; severe or persistent headache; stomach pain; suicidal thoughts or attempts; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual or severe mental or mood changes; unusual weakness; vision changes; worsening of depression.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Experience, Drugs.com, and first hand stories of Lexapro side effects.