Patient's question:
My child is 15 years old and often can't sleep at night. When I ask what he's thinking about, he just says he can't sleep. Sometimes he even cries out of frustration. He asks me why he can't sleep. Can someone tell me what medicine he should take or what he might be lacking?Doctor's answer:
At this age, children may experience changes in their outlook on life and other aspects of their values. It is not ruled out that they may have worries or academic pressure. If there are no abnormalities in these two aspects and their diet is normal, then it can be considered whether there is a deficiency in trace elements. If no clear detection is found, medication should be used with caution. If the medication only suppresses the nerves to help the child fall asleep peacefully, it is not recommended to give the child medication because they are still young. It is also necessary to further understand the child. You can try to understand them from the side, such as communicating more with the child's teacher, classmates, and friends. Additionally, letting the child drink warm milk before bed can help soothe the nerves and improve sleep quality.