Hi, I've had insomnia for over 15 years and never sought help for it until recently as it has finally taken toll on my body -- one theory is that the sleep deprivation may have aided in the CAUSE of my panic disorder. I esocnd the advice to looking to a naturepath for help. There are many supplements that can help calm the mind/body and help prepare for sleep, but should be taken under the supervision of your doctor as they can have side effects as well, just not along the addictive lines of ativan and other sedating prescritions. I am unlucky in that I am allergic to many things, including many natural sleep aids like valerian and 5-HTP which are both known to be useful, as is melatonin. Peraps you can go to a sleep clinic so they can observe you -- also keeping a sleep diary for 2 weeks can help both you and your doctor better understand your sleep habits and such. Hope this helps... I'm searching too! :)
