Cyclothymia Support Group

Hey. I have difficulty in getting out of bed in the morning. I don't think it's because I'm lazy, I just feel like I physically can't get out of bed and sometimes its 2-3 in the afternoon. Id love to feel refreshed and get up at like 7 - 9 am. But then my bodies telling me its really early! Any help or advise?

Shaun

I have trouble getting out of bed in the morning as well. In my case, it's partially medication, since i take meds to help me sleep. This is especially true if I went to bed too late the night before. Are you taking anything that could be causing this? Do you always have trouble getting up, or only when you're in certain moods?

Of course talk with your pdoc about your meds and the possible drowsy side effects or insomnia, but also make sure your sleep patterns are consistent. Try to go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Also, it may help NOT to watch TV an hour or so before you try to go to sleep. This will help relax your mind. Also, Cymbalta is a good anti depressant that gives a burst of energy when you first take it. This may help you if you take it in the morning. Just opinions, but I hope they help.