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Thanks Diva!
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I have many many posts I like and that have helped me on this forum. Let's face it, I have been around, in and out for a while. But recently, Sally wrote me this:
 

"Hi Diva,
 
I'm super new here, but something you said about sleep reminded me of my sister's experience. She was falling asleep all the time, even at work (she is an ER nurse). It got so bad that whenever she would sit down, she would immediately fall asleep. She ended up going to a sleep specialist and doing one of those sleep studies. I can't remember what they determined exactly, but they did find that she slept way too much (and it was not narcolepsy). The docs ended up putting her on Ritalin and it solved the whole problem!  She is able to be awake and active during the day now and sleep just fine at night.  I am not aware if she had depression or not at this time. I do know she still takes the Ritalin today to keep her awake during the day. 
 
I guess what I am trying to say is hang in there and keep going back to the doctors. Given enough time, they sometimes come up with just the right solution, no matter how implausible it sounds."
 
 
I have had the sleep issue for two years now. I was supposed to go back to school in September but I won't be able to. I got a job and had to stop working. But I keep reminding myself of this post. It was the first glimmer of hope I have had about this issue. It really gave me hope and courage to keep trying. Thank you Sally!
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Members,
 
Sometimes individuals who post in the forums are not aware of the impact they can have on others.  Now is the time to let them know and share their post for others to read again.  Look through the forums and find a post that really speaks to you personally.  It can be motivating, funny, unique, sincere, caring, thoughtful, informative, etc.  Copy the post and paste it here!  Explain why this post had meaning for you and be sure to acknowledge the author!
 
If you find more than one that speaks to you even better!
 
Ashley, Health Educator



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