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Couldn’t breath in the dark?
So last night when I was sleeping, I woke up two or three times not being able to breath. It felt like the darkness in my room was suffocating me, I had to turn on my flashlight on my phone to be able to breath again. It was scary. I would turn off my flashlight and go back to sleep on to have it happen again. I the. Decided to leave flashlight on and I was able to sleep through-out the rest of the night. Is this normal?
5 Answers
- VortexLv 72 years agoFavourite answer
I would consider what user land shark surmised. You may have sleep apnea which cuts off your breathing causing you to wake in a panic. Try sleeping on your side as I am guessing you tend to sleep on your back.
- boystownhotlineLv 72 years ago
It sounds like you are having a tough time so, I'm glad you are reaching out for support. Take a Breath - During an attack, try to bring your attention to your breath it will also help you feel calmer by distracting your mind. Loosen Up-When panic sets in; spend a few moments trying to relax your body. Letting go of this strain will also help relieve your anxious thoughts. Change Your Mind -Full-blown panic mode, recognize your fears are exceeding what it warranted by the situation. Despite wanting the panic to stop, your thoughts may be keeping you from feeling calm. When faced with negative thoughts associated with a panic attack, try to distract your mind and refocus. Divert your attention to more pleasant thoughts. Instead of fearing the situation you are in, try thinking about the positive aspects of your life, such as a loved one, a beloved pet, or a favorite leisure activity. Affirm more positive statements to yourself. For example, repeat to yourself, "I am okay," "I am safe," or "This will pass." Over time your negative thinking pattern will begin to give way to more encouraging views. Confront Panic- ne effective way to start managing panic attacks is to persistently face your fears. Such exposure will help you to work through panic and will send the message to your fears that you are ultimately in control of them. By becoming self- aware during a panic attack you cope with its symptoms you're feeling and remind yourself that it will not overtake you. Follow Treatment Recommendations- Your physician or health care provider may recommend education to help treat your panic attacks. These skills will be most effective if you practice them when you are not in a state of panic. We really think it would be beneficial if you were to call into a Hotline and speak with a crisis counselor. We wish you the best! Take care, KO, Counselor
Source(s): Boys Town National Hotline -- Available 24/7 at 1-800-448-3000 -- Teens and Young Adults; http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/ - Land-sharkLv 72 years ago
Could it be Sleep Apnoea?
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/obstructive-sleep-ap...
But as the others suggest it may be Panic Attacks in which case a night light can help.
- Anonymous2 years ago
Actually sounds like you were having a panic attack.
Source(s): I had a similar thing happen to me. - CarsonLv 62 years ago
Did you sleep with a night light on as a child?
Just go buy one that plugs in.
Is it normal? That is not relative.
It's your normal. That's relative.