How can I effectively handle work-related stress to alleviate insomnia?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 53-year-old male. I lately feel quite burnt out in life. I work as an accountant, and I am paid well. But the work stress is baffling, and I feel stressed out ever since I got promoted. I have been diabetic for the past nine years, and the values are fairly under control. The main issue is with sleep. I try to go to sleep at a decent time, but I stay awake till 3 in the morning on most days. It is like my mind keeps running these awful scenarios of everything going wrong with life and I lose my peace. I feel anxious over even the silliest of things these days and I feel hard to cope.

Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I appreciate the confidence that you place in me for your healthcare consultation.

I can understand your concern. From your description, you seem to be suffering from insomnia secondary to stress and tension. Kindly answer the following questions:

Since how long are you suffering from anxiety?
Have you taken any treatment?
Do you have any smoking or drinking habits?

I suggest you start taking medicines to control your thoughts after consulting your physician in person which will help you get a good sleep. Do physical exercise also.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.