I can't get to sleep unless I am completely exhausted, what is wrong with me?

Question

I have just laid in bed for a little more then 2 hours. I have to get up to go to work in a few hours. I usually only get a few hours of sleep the days I have to work but on weekends I find it hard to get up if I sleep more then 6 hours.

Answer 1

The more you exercise, the easier and better you'll sleep, so you might want to try working out a few times a week if you can.

Answer 2

you have low serotonin levels,. or too much adrenaline/norepinephrine

go to doc and discuss these issues.  

Answer 3

relax may be few things bother u in u r mind.

Answer 4

you may just have a restless mind.

try not thinking so much if you can.

maybe just stare at something in the dark long enough that it will clear your mind of all other thoughts then just try to invision total, relaxing darkness.

i can never get to sleep either. =]

Answer 5

probably insomnia i get that

Answer 6

well i sympathise with you as i have a similar problem, i cant go to sleep at night but when i do go i cant get up as i am too tired like just now, it is 6:43 am and i have not been to bed yet, i went to my doctor and he says it was stress, maybe you got something on your mind. could be anything really but i do know how ya feel...sorry :)