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Have any other autistics taking melatonin? Did it help your sleep long term? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)

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I was prescribed melatonin when I was 11. In the UK it is only available via prescription (source on that: https://www.simpleonlinepharmacy.co.uk/health-advice/sleep/melatonin/why-is-melatonin-banned-in-the-uk/#article )

My sleep schedule was haywire (hormones + emerging gender dysphoria did not help) but melatonin really helped me. I also think it helped my anxiety a bit? I'm not sure if that was just bc I was sleeping better but I have terrible social anxiety and it seemed to take the edge off it. anyone else? :)

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago (2 children)

I've have issues functioning the next day anytime I take sleeping aids. Melatonin, zolpidem, etc. It helps to start falling asleep, but the next day my head is completely foggy and I cannot function. :(

I wish I could take sleeping.aids without issues the next day. I never wake up refreshed, just more tired.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Environmental changes such as blackout curtains, a humidifier (at least in dry climates), complete silence/soothing music (depending on your personal preference), weighted or warming blankets have helped my son who is on the autism spectrum.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago

Glad that works for your son!

I'm already blackout lights, silent room, etc. I just can't fight my thoughts. They never shut up.

I'm fortunate that I have some visual artifacts in my vision and a ringing in my ears that I can concentrate on to quiet my thoughts.

The visual thing is a black circle with white outline that constantly "rotates", stretches and squashes to give my eyes something. And the ringing sounds like Christmas chimes for me. Not too unpleasant, and they don't disturb me during the day.