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What Causes Difficulty In Sleeping At Night?
Question: Hi I have a 12 year old boy who cannot sleep at night. He can sleep all day, but come night he is up. It is really taking a physical toll on him. Any suggestions?
Brief Answer:
Needs sleep disorders work up and management
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Difficulty sleeping at night and no problem sleeping at day is more of an imbalanced routine than insomnia. Circadian rhythms ( sleep wake cycles) take time ot adjust to normal one in a few weeks. Triggers of not sleeping at night like internet, TV, cartoons, late night eating, late night activities should be minimized. Avoid screens and other stimulants during bed time. Mobilize, walk more in the day and ignore sleeping in the day even if you are compelled to. Apart from him get his complete psych evaluation, ADHD work up, thyroid work up and anxiety or depression assessment. Keep a sleep diary and try to find insomnia inducing habits and avodi them. Stick to sleep schedules , avoid day time naps, avoid caffeine, cola, beverages, tea , late night meals etc.
Stay in touch with a sleep disorder specialist and have some sleep therapy sessions and see if it helps. Take good care of your son and yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Needs sleep disorders work up and management
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Difficulty sleeping at night and no problem sleeping at day is more of an imbalanced routine than insomnia. Circadian rhythms ( sleep wake cycles) take time ot adjust to normal one in a few weeks. Triggers of not sleeping at night like internet, TV, cartoons, late night eating, late night activities should be minimized. Avoid screens and other stimulants during bed time. Mobilize, walk more in the day and ignore sleeping in the day even if you are compelled to. Apart from him get his complete psych evaluation, ADHD work up, thyroid work up and anxiety or depression assessment. Keep a sleep diary and try to find insomnia inducing habits and avodi them. Stick to sleep schedules , avoid day time naps, avoid caffeine, cola, beverages, tea , late night meals etc.
Stay in touch with a sleep disorder specialist and have some sleep therapy sessions and see if it helps. Take good care of your son and yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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