I can't sleep at night somometimes because of anxiety? please help me?

Question

I can't sleep at night sometimes because of anxiety.. I am g*y since I realized that.. I have been suffering.. I went to psychiatrist and he gave me clonazempa for sleeping and efexor or venlafaxine 150mg.. I only take clonazempa when I can't sleep.. and venlafaxine 150mg everyday on the mornings.. I have almost like 4 months.. I dont know what to do..my problems sometimes are if someone asks me if I am g*y ect.. I am afraid of that.. well tell me any advice for sleeping without that horrible medication.. 20mg of clonanzempa.. sorry but I don't speak english.. I speak spanish and I live in mexico.. on the south of mexico..

Answer 1

Hi, I am the author of http://panicattackresearch.blogspot.com

Do not worry, I am not spamming my site - my site don't sell products or anything. My site is solely dedicated to panic-attacks or people whom have anxiety. I give tips on how to sleep even if you have anxiety.

Please do visit and post any questions there or here so that I can help you further.

I have been a sufferer for 12-years and am doing well. My blog is dedicated to help. I will be updating my blog every 5-7 days on new ways to cope anxiety. I have just made few good entries on coping - I hope it will help you.

I started out taking prozac 20mg daily.. then it dropped to 10mg and now I am just taking 5mg and still doing very well. I might be considering taking medication off my life.

And most importantly, I am here to help you because I know how it feels to have anxiety or panic attacks.

Anyway, there are also free tips and free items on relaxation and such for you to download on my web!  I even have an entry on how to sleep despite anxiety.

All the best,

Seng

ADDED:

Please take the poll - it is essential for my research as I think there's a connection on something!  

Answer 2

I think you should address the causation of your stress - recent realization of being g*y, worries about family/public acceptance of you once the knowledge becomes public.

Tell your mother first - sit down at kitchen table, and just get it out.  I am quite sure she has known for at least a decade anyhow...get out of the closet at least with her.

Answer 3

41 Simple Tips to Help You Get to Sleep, including some we're quite sure you've never seen before.

They're all designed to help you deal with the tension, stress and anxiety that lead to insomnia, so that you can enjoy a good night's sleep.

Not every one of these insomnia techniques alone will get you to sleep, but a few of them at least should prove successful. Needless to say, there's no guarantee, and no attempt to provide medical advice.

With that caveat out of the way, we can only wish you good luck. And a good night's sleep. Insomnia techniques you've probably already tried but are still worth trying again.

See a Doctor

Insomnia can be a symptom of physical disorders, although for most of us it's the result of tension, stress and anxiety—and of course the more anxious we get about our insomnia, the worse it gets. If your doctor pronounces you a "healthy" insomniac, he might suggest some of the techniques provided here. Or she might prescribe drugs to help you get to sleep.

We suggest you try all these methods first, and use drugs only as a last resort. The decision, of course, is yours.

Take a Warm Bath

It's a great way to relax your body. Don't overdo it, however. You merely want to relax your body, not exhaust it. Too long in hot water and your body is drained of vitality.

Use bath salts, or throw in Epsom salts and baking soda—one cup of each. These will relax you and also help remove toxins from your body.

Get a Massage

Have your spouse (or whoever) give you a massage just before going to sleep. If you can convince them to give you a full body massage, great. If not, even a short backrub and/or a face and scalp massage can be a big help. Have them make the massage strokes slow, gentle, yet firm, to work the tension out of your muscles and soothe you to sleep.

Listen to Music

Play some soft, soothing music that will lull you to sleep. There are even cassettes and records designed for that very purpose. Some are specially composed music, others simply have sounds of waves rhythmically breaking, or the steady pattern of a heartbeat.

Of course if you don't have a record, cassette or CD player that will automatically turn off, we don't suggest this. If you have to get up and turn it off at the end, you've obviously lost its effect.

Drink Warm Milk

A glass of warm milk 15 minutes before going to bed will soothe your nervous system. Milk contains calcium, which works directly on jagged nerves to make them (and you) relax.

Drink Herb Tea

If you don't like milk—or are avoiding dairy products—try a cup of hot camomile, catnip, anise or fennel tea. All contain natural ingredients which will help you sleep. Most health food stores will also have special blends of herb tea designed to soothe you and help you get to sleep.

Answer 4

I think your anxiety is stemming from your recent discovery about yourself. Announcing to friends and family that you are g*y is no easy task. It is very hard to face because you don't know if they will except you again and no one wants to face life alone. My advise is to try and make sense out of your feelings before you face others with theirs. To be honest it is none of their business. However people can be cruel and respond poorly. Hang in their. Also there are better drugs for sleep such as ambein. Clonazempan is mainly for anxiety but has a side effect of sleep. Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Anxiety is a tough thing to battle at nighttime. To beat the physical symptoms it's important that you keep your body cooled down. Anxiety often increases body temperature and often causes discomfort. Open the window or turn on the AC a bit. It helps to exercise a few hours beforehand. Don't over-exert yourself or you'll have trouble waking up. Avoid your bed when not sleeping. You want your brain to associate your bed with just sleep. No TV, no reading, no laptops, etc. on the bed.

As for the smell from the stomach and mouth. That may be due to stress. If you don't get proper sleep your body functions become seriously impaired. This includes food digestion. Your body may be producing gas in abnormal quantities that cause bloating and the release of odors. Exercise is a good way to get the blood pumping throughout the organs. Also, focus on a easy diet. Don't eat foods that are difficult to digest.

Most importantly. Have you told your doctor WHY you have anxiety at night? If your doctor does not treat you for the core of your problem, then it's impossible to get proper diagnosis and help. Go to a psychologist or psychiatrist and explain why you are so stressed out. Tell him/her about your recent change in sexuality. Good luck.

Answer 6

Are you still in therapy? You should be. It is important to learn to love you for who you are. God does not make mistakes and He created us all. You are one of His children and He loves you just as He does all His other children, therefore you should love yourself. Once you do love and respect yourself others will too. Talk to God at night. He will listen and you will hear Him - this always helps me to sleep. I too suffer from anxiety and hate sleeping pills ! Of course, sometimes they are necessary - and there are many different kinds out there. But again, you can limit the anxiety......