Posted by Mark H. on March 13, 2002, at 23:16:09
In reply to Re: Heard of staying awake 24 hours to rid depression? » Mark H., posted by IsoM on March 13, 2002, at 23:05:38
Judy,
I'm exactly the same way -- even "pushing it" by still being up at 9:15 p.m. here now.
However, if I'm stimulated by work and able to push through the midnight to four a.m. period, then I can actually sleep for about five hours and go back to work, then sleep like a log that night. If I went to bed at 2:00 a.m., I'd be completely trashed.
It's kind of exciting to be awake for all the natural rhythms that my body goes through during the night. I have to eat a lot and drink a lot of water. I still have to take my meds on time. I'll frequently consume a half-gallon of cranberry juice and nearly as much water in a single night.
For me, intentional deprivation is very different from not getting enough sleep. I really require 12 hours a night to feel well, yet the occasional intentional deprivation seems to do me good. I really can't speak for anyone else; it just works for me.
On my way to bed now...
Good to hear from you,
Mark H.
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