Do any of you have trouble with insomnia? I'm really having a problem with it on a regular basis. From talking with people my age (45) a lot of people seem to have the same problem. Any suggestions on how to overcome insomnia without drugs? :frustrated:
Sincerely,
Draculina
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Slowswim,
Wow. I'm a bit stunned at your blanket negative response to medicines. Your beliefs are obviously steeped in your experiences, and I respect your right to choose for yourself.
I personally find the "drugs are evil" refrain overly simplistic and tiresome. It is usually comes from people who have had the good fortune not to be in a position to need them. It is often highly insulting, not to mention condescending and patronizing, to people who do not share in that same good fortune. It is borderline cruelty to tell people who might benefit from drugs that they should be able to resolve their situation themselves or that they should not trust their physician to assess their situation.
I take meds every day for a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition and am happy to take them as long as they work for me. I take a med at night to ease the insomnia effects of the main drugs. Time has proven this the best treatment plan for me. I'm healthy, living life well and grateful for it.
Drugs aren't the answer to everything, nor should they be the first response in many cases. I think people should be allowed to work out what works best for them without our judgment.
Slowswim,
Wow. I'm a bit stunned at your blanket negative response to medicines. Your beliefs are obviously steeped in your experiences, and I respect your right to choose for yourself.
I personally find the "drugs are evil" refrain overly simplistic and tiresome. It is usually comes from people who have had the good fortune not to be in a position to need them. It is often highly insulting, not to mention condescending and patronizing, to people who do not share in that same good fortune. It is borderline cruelty to tell people who might benefit from drugs that they should be able to resolve their situation themselves or that they should not trust their physician to assess their situation.
I take meds every day for a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition and am happy to take them as long as they work for me. I take a med at night to ease the insomnia effects of the main drugs. Time has proven this the best treatment plan for me. I'm healthy, living life well and grateful for it.
Drugs aren't the answer to everything, nor should they be the first response in many cases. I think people should be allowed to work out what works best for them without our judgment.
