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Question: Hello... do i have insomnia?

(Posted by: on 2012-01-22 21:13:50)

Ok I'm gonna tell you a little bit about myself. I'm 11, I'm homeschooled, I'm a girl, I live with my dad and brother. Okayyyyy. I don't ever get enough sleep. I wake up around 9 AM, and I fall asleep around 4 AM. Even if I try to fall asleep before then, even if I'm tired, I can't fall asleep. And when I wake up, I can't fall back asleep. I took an insomnia test and the lowest I can get is 8 and the highest is 46. I answered honestly and got 8... The lower you are the more at risk of a sleeping disorder you are. I GOT 8. Do I have insomnia?

Posted by: Josh on 2012-01-22, 21:16:34

Maby but it is a high chance

Posted by: Brandon on 2012-01-22, 21:19:08

5 hours of sleep isn't HORRIBLE, but if you feel like it is affecting your personal life, i'd suggest seeking help.

Posted by: Serge on 2012-01-22, 23:03:01

Besides insomnia there are many other types of sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy, RLS (Restless Leg Syndrome) etc. You just can't diagnise yourself correctly with online tests. You need a professional medical advice from a qualified specialist.

Posted by: Kim on 2012-01-23, 06:39:49

You dint have insomnia, you have a bad sleep schedule which has interrupted your circadian rhythms. You aer going to have to get yourself on a better schedule by making yourself go to bed at an earlier hour in an environment that is good for sleep. No lights, no tv, no noise.

Posted by: Carol on 2012-01-23, 11:08:46

If you're 11 getting 5 hours of sleep sounds pretty normal to me, because you're still at a very young age and your body is much more energetic than the one of a 25 year old. Check the article below - all sleep disorders are very well explained, including tips on how to improve your sleep yourself.