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14 yr old's Sleep pattern

Hi, I'm 14, and I'm on summer vacation. My sleep pattern has gone way out of whack. I'm currently Sleeping from about 5am-3pm Each day. I'd like to know how to get my sleeping pattern back to around 11pm-8am.

In an attempt to get back on track, I've now been awake for about 16 hrs and won't be asleep for another 13 hrs or so, I understand this cannot be good for me, but I can't think of any other way to get back into a reasonable sleep habit.
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Hi! I'm sorry you're having problems with your sleep pattern. Since you're on summer vacation, I think it's safe to assume you'll be returning to school farely soon. Visit us at www.blogtalkradio.com/isleptgreat. This Thursday, August 14, we will have a radio broadcast aired on our website. Thursday's topic is the Back to School Edition, Kids and Good Sleep. I'm sure you'll find some great tips. On the show will be Dr. Kristen Hedger Archbold, who is experienced in the study of pediatric sleep, and a child who also experiences difficulties in sleeping.
Good Luck!
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Hi BT119, relax! It seems you are under lot of stress due to improper sleep that might be caused by stress and strain to body, a hard havoc day at work, constant worrying due to personal problems and noisy/disturbed surroundings. Avoid late night parties, outings etc. Also, avoid excessive coffee/tea, smoking, alcohol and a bulky spicy meal at nights. Do walking for an hour, regular stretches, have nutritious diet with lot of water or other liquids. Hot shower, gentle body massage and listening to soft music before going to bed can be soothing to mind and body may be of some help. Mild dose of Alprax also can be tried. Consult a neurologist and a sleep specialist and get a sleep study done. It may take some time to get back to your normal routine sleep pattern. Please go through this link to know about sleep tips, http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sleep/HQ01387
Keep updating of any visit. Take care.
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You could do it a little more gradually, but this should work too.  Google sleep hygiene for some practical hints about lighting, activties, eating, etc. - things that can affect sleep. Be careful not to use a lot of caffiene to get thru this period cause if it's still in your system at bedtime it could affect you. While you have your hours turned around for a while, some people have Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome. Things that help them get on an different schedule could be applicable to your efforts also.
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