To maintain a more regular sleeping schedule, I have started taking melatonin and Benadryl regularly, under my doctor’s supervision.
I thought that I was the only adult having trouble falling and staying asleep.
However, lo and behold, it turns out that there are other adults who also take sleep aids. Granted, taking a sleeping aid does not come easily, or without risks. There are studies linking frequent antihistamine use and dementia. However, for right now, not sleeping puts me at risk for other problems. So, this is where I am in my life at this point.
…I don’t know if everyone’s sleep patterns, needs, and habits remain consistent over one’s lifetime.