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Posted by KB on November 28, 2001, at 3:38:53
Why is it always 4am when I am depressed and waking up?
Sometimes I think 4am lasts for several times as long as other hours, or occurs more frequently, or something.I took 4 Benadryl pills and am still awake, resisting the temptation to take more. I haven't had this problem since a couple weeks after I started meds. Luckily, I don't have to work tomorrow.
My grandmother is dying halfway across the country,
I had to have one of my cats put to sleep, my boss realy pissed me off today for blaming me for getting an infection and spending a week in the hospital (she says that since I know I have Lupus I should be more careful, but it was an accident - it's not like I got sick on purpose), my furnace rusted through and flooded the house (the basement ceiling is on the floor, the upstairs floors are warped), etc. etc.I feel like my brain is going to bubble over and spill out through my ears and run down the sides of my face. Lovely image, huh?
Posted by angel1 on November 28, 2001, at 5:31:29
In reply to 4am sucks, posted by KB on November 28, 2001, at 3:38:53
I heard that benadryl causes or worsens depression. Maybe you should try something else to help you sleep. Just a thought.
Posted by JaneB on November 30, 2001, at 22:13:48
In reply to Re: 4am sucks, posted by angel1 on November 28, 2001, at 5:31:29
>I agree with angell. Benadryl puts me into a deep depression. JaneB
I heard that benadryl causes or worsens depression. Maybe you should try something else to help you sleep. Just a thought.
Posted by Mitch on December 1, 2001, at 0:12:35
In reply to 4am sucks, posted by KB on November 28, 2001, at 3:38:53
> Why is it always 4am when I am depressed and waking up?
> Sometimes I think 4am lasts for several times as long as other hours, or occurs more frequently, or something.
>
Hi KB,That is the *exact* time (well, give or take 30 minutes) that I have my early-morning awakenings when I am very depressed (seasonal winter/summer).
You might try: 1) A stimulant or activating antidepressant in the mornings that will give your brain a "workout" during the day so you will sleep better (intense cardiovascular exercise midday is also helpful)
2) SAD light therapy in the morning.
3) Avoid food or alcohol within 4 hours of going to sleep.Mitch
Posted by KB on December 1, 2001, at 7:52:07
In reply to Re: 4am sucks » KB, posted by Mitch on December 1, 2001, at 0:12:35
Hello, everybody. Thanks for replying. I actually don't use Benadryl often, only when I am really desperate to shut my brain up.
And Mitch, I do take an activating antidepressant (Wellbutrin) in the morning.
Lately I have been letting my cats into the bedroom - I find burying my face in their warm fur and listening to the purring is very relaxing.
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