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My husband has been diagnosed with vascular dementia and is a nursing home. I have, in the past year, have dealt with numerous stresses and depression. Also racing thoughts concerning his care. I ve been given anti depressants, temazapam, lunesta and klonipin. I haven t been able to sleep at night for weeks. I am confused and struggling to think clearly and function on a daily basis.
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As you are suffering from depression with super added Psychological stressors, it's difficult for you to come out of it and as sleep problem is a concern, you can try with Tablet Mirtazapine under supervision of your Psychiatrist which gives you good sleep and also relieves you from depression. attending cognitive behavior therapy, also helps you feel better go for a morning walk exercise 2-3 times per week.
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How Can Insomnia And Confusion Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As you are suffering from depression with super added Psychological stressors, it s difficult for you to come out of it and as sleep problem is a concern, you can try with Tablet Mirtazapine under supervision of your Psychiatrist which gives you good sleep and also relieves you from depression. attending cognitive behavior therapy, also helps you feel better go for a morning walk exercise 2-3 times per week. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.