Do I have insomnia?

For the past month or so I lay in bed for hours before I can fall asleep. Usually when I know I have to sleep because I have a lot to do the next day. It is almost every day even when I am completely exhausted. Is this anxiety related insomnia? If I go to the doctor will he just give me a pill (I don't want a pill)? I've cut caffeine, I don't lay in bed when I'm not tired, I don't watch tv before I go to bed...I just want to sleep!

I am also anemic and I heard low iron can also be related to insomnia?

Anxiety and excessive worry can certainly cause insomnia.
Anemia usually causes fatigue, not insomnia.
It sounds to me like worrying about what you have to do the next day is what's causing your insomnia. There are some over the counter medications which may help but there are also some simple things you can do if you do not want to take medications.
Try making a list of everything that you have to do instead of focusing on it in your mind. Write it all down and prioritize it.
Don't overwhelm yourself. Set goals for yourself. If you don't get everything done, it isn't the end of the world.
Tell yourself that about half an hour before bedtime, your brain is like a clean slate, and try not to allow yourself to focus on anything about the next day.
If this doesn't help or if it continues to interfere with your daily functioning I would suggest a visit to your physician who can reccomend treatment options that suit your needs.

try NyQuil its good, the liquid one

This site has some helpful information relating to insomnia and your circadian rhythms http://www.lighttherapy.com.au/sleepdiso...

Your problem may well be stress related - you have insomnia you can't sleep , you worry about not being able to sleep and this keeps you awake. The cycle needs to be broken before it leads to depression.

It sounds like your anxiety over not being able to sleep is keeping you keyed up and awake. Try a natural remedy called Melatonin (it can be found in most herbal stores and the body makes it naturally so it's not addictive) NyQuil is a cold remedy, why would you want to take that when your only problem is insomnia? It would be helpful to play some soft music (I play soft classical music but they have relaxation CD's to buy) between the melatonin and the music you should drift right off to sleep. The low iron will keep you exhausted so I don't think it is keeping you awake. Try to do something relaxing before bed. Happy dreams.

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What's changed these past months? Has your workload increased or are you taking on more responsibility at work? It's normal to worry about work and to feel anxious to go to sleep so you can at least face the day with energy.

Often we put too much pressure on ourselves to sleep. This can only perpetuate the condition It's simply impossible to will yourself to sleep. Try changing your bedtime ritual. Empty your thoughts, avoid thinking about work. Have a hot bath to relax and wind down in the evenings.

Exercise in the day is great for relieving stress and anxiety. It also helps promote deep sleep. When in bed, focus on relaxing your body from head to toe. For more practical tips and advice visit http://www.howtobeatinsomnia.com