Hello Dr. I am taking treatment for depression and anxiety from 1 year, from last 4 months I can't sleep properly. Dr. gave me 5 mg zolcalm. Now I can sleep but I wake up very late and effecting my performance in job. I am taking rexipra, etilampro and zupion also. Any solution to get proper routine? Thank you.

Dr. Rakhi AnandPsychologist27yrs exp

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Hello Lybrate user It is very important to understand the causal factors behind these symptoms of depression and anxiety. There could be high negative thinking, fears, negative childhood history, low stress tolerance etc. All these can be managed by consulting a clinical psychologist. An in-depth psychological evaluation will help any mental health professional to understand the individual better and then plan course of therapy sessions. Try consulting a clinical psychologist for better management of the symptoms. To start with try to relax your mind before going to bed by listening to some slow music, creating sleep inducing environment etc. Try taking the night dose around 8-9 pm so that so you sleep around 10 and be up by 7-8 am. Regulating medication timings would be beneficial in getting along a routine. Regular exercises and breathing techniques would also be beneficial. You can also reach out to me through the Lybrate app.  

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