Why do I sleep so much? I have Bipolar Disorder..I am not depressed right now...help?
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Well first of all it happens as a side effect of the medications you take. My bf has schizo-affective disorder and a year ago he was on seroquel together with abilify, but i remember that seroquel made him sooooo sleepy, he was doped all the time, he could sleep any time in the day and night, it was horrible. If he wasn't getting enough sleep (what meant 13 hours per day) he was very cranky! Your side effects could be because of the seroquel too, but any hard medications makes a person feel like that. He is off seroquel and only on abilify now, but he is still a sleepyhead, not as he used to be (thank god) but still is a bit. Try talking to your psychiatrist about the problem of sleepiness, and maybe she/he reduces some of the meds that cause it. I guess there is no other way, since being doped is stronger then any wish to stay awake. However, don't try messing around the dosage or cutting any meds on your own! Please go to the doc and let him decide for the best! Good luck!
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I don't think there's anything "wrong" with you in terms of like being crazy or something like that.\n\nThe rapid changing of your mood suggests that there is something chemical going on, for sure.  To go from something called "mania" (which can feel like happiness, or too much energy, or anger/rage, can't sleep, or can't stop moving) to something called "depression" (which can feel like sadness, but not always - can be low energy, loss of appetite, irritable) is definitely chemical - like your serotonin levels are off or keep cycling low to high.  People who have bipolar disease have this happen but their cycles are usually days or weeks or even months long.  If it's happening in the course of a day for you, it is probably something else.  But this is very treatable, usually with a medication.  Your regular doctor will probably be able to help you with it.
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It depends on your daily activity.\nSince I haven't been exercising lately, instead of sleeping 8 hours and feeling refreshed, I've been sleeping 14. Not normal of course.\n\nJust do something all day and set yourself up for what time you go to sleep. Normally go to sleep at 10 and wake up at 6 A.M.\nMost people do that, if they have jobs.\n\nMight wanna go get some exercise and go to the doctor.
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You have a serious problem and you need to seek professional help. It's very harmful to your body to not sleep when you need to. Don't be afraid to tell your mom of your concerns, and ask for her help (emotionally and financially).
1112210
You might be overdoing things, like working to many long hours and then coming home and doing a bunch more work. You may not be getting enough sleep or you might have a thyroid problem.\n\nAlso you might have chronic fatugue syndrome. Either way you should see a doctor - there are treatments and tests to determine and help you,\n\nCheck out the link below.
211129
it seems like worrying about sleep has become your biggest worry.  A very vicious cycle.  Try to give yourself a few days when it doesn't matter.
106014
I think it's the other way around.  Being depressed can usually lead to sleep problems.  Are you sure you're not depressed already?  If you're worried about a little case of insomnia, they have medication out now such as Lunesta.  You should look in to them if you're worried :)
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me, too. It has been going on for a while now. I actually fall asleep at work sometimes, or am close to being in physical pain trying not to.\n\nI asked for help on here too, and got lots of good advice--the best I thought was that I should get more exercise. I bet that really would help. Only problem is==>too tired to start. When I get home all I want to do is crash.\n\nI have been thinking about going to the doc to rule out anything like diabetes, or thyroid probs, or hormones, or God forbid, cancer, lupus, etc. There are SO many physical causes for tiredness including depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, allergies, and so on.  So I guess we need to see first if we are otherwise healthy, and then see if we can find an exercise partner to make us shake a leg. I hear that once you really get into an exercise routine, the tired feeling goes away.\n\nI am willing to try if you are.
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There is such a thing as too much sleep.  Your body is remarkably good at self-regulating most of the time, but some times your "sleep barometer" gets thrown off for any number of reasons -- like cold/flu, minor depression, drinking too much alcohol, use of prescription/illegal drugs, the list goes on and on.  Best thing to do is to try and listen to your body.  If your body is telling you that you've had enough rest, then drag yourself out of bed (even if it feels like you're getting up too early).  If you're not feeling well or if you're just plain worn out for whatever reason, stay in bed and don't try to do too much or you'll get sicker or even more worn out.  Might take a little while, but you'll get used to listening to your body soon enough.
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Sleep is the best thing for you.  It keeps you healthy and strong.  Don't reduce it.
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U may just be a slower moving laid back person. I do know depression and anxiety use alot of energy cause your mind is really doing extra work.I take a b12 shot each month and the B complex vitamin with a meal. this helps some and a good 20 min walk each day will energise you.but dont do alot of excercise at bedtime. that will keep u awake. you might also get your blood checked for anemia
591200
You may be bipolar. You should consult your doctor about it and maybe you can be prescribed a medication or be referred to a psychiatrist.
1151322
you aren't getting the nutrition you need. Start off with a big breakfast and some exercise, and you will feel better throughout the day. Or maybe you are not getting enough sleep at night. It could be many different things. Take a look at you habits lately, and see what the problem might be. I don't know you and your life so it is hard to say...
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You could have a sleep disorder.  Go to your doctor and he might send you for a sleep study.\n\nIf not, you may just be a light sleeper.  Try wearing earplugs, or turn on some sort of white noise to drown out other small noises.
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go to a psychologist. you are probably supressing some sort of feelings that are reavealing themselves subconciously when you are sleeping.
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Were you just diagnosed? It sounds that way. The meds you are on can cause drowsiness. And being depressed can make you want to sleep all the time. The drowsy effect from the meds should wear off after your body adjusts to them. As you begin to feel less depressed you won't want to stay in bed so long. \n\nAre you in therapy as well as on the meds? The combination of therapy and medication is the best way to get over being depressed.\n\nI pray you are able to weather the drowsiness and return to a more normal life. God Bless!
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If you are tired, go to bed. If you are not stay awake. Only you can awnser that question. Are you preoccupied with stuff? do you feel anxious?    I am awake because i like night....i dont know why i just do