can't sleep at night terrified of v* in my sleep, especially alone

[tigergirl321]

hello everyone i need some advice. lately for about a month after a series of events i can not sleep very well. last month my brother got sick from a chrohn's flare up and i heard him heaving that night and i had a major panic attack with a vicious circle of n* and anxiety and took me at least 3 hours to sleep, then the next night during a softball game while i was playing i heard a teammate v* and i just ran for my dear life on the field before we played. since then i have been restricting things from my diet (mostly milk). the biggest hurdle is sleep. i cannot sleep without my mom. it's like when we are separated i feel n*. sometimes when she is with me still freak out that it will happen in my sleep

[slugbabyy]

Try taking benadryl before bed!! Its an antihistamine and it helps prevent n* and helps you seep better. There are many types of over the counter medications that are fairly safe!! I used to be very attached to my mom as well but I soon learned that she couldnt really help me if anything happened to me. I really recommend benadryl on nights you are feeling anxious. It will help you sleep!! Also take vitamins to keep your immune system up!! It gets better in time. Good luck!

[sophieI]

I don't think you should rely on any medication to sleep. I have the exact same fear of being sick in the middle of the night and It really helps to develop a good nighttime routine where you feel safe in your bed. Do things that comfort you before you sleep or- take a bath, read, cuddle, whatever. I also keep a plastic lined trash bin, water bottle, pepto and mint gum within reach of my bed just in case i wake up sick. You will figure it all out with time. Good luck!