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Members connected over the struggle of oversleeping due to chronic pain, depression, and medication side effects, with many sharing that they... Read more

Members connected over the struggle of oversleeping due to chronic pain, depression, and medication side effects, with many sharing that they also sleep 10 to 12 hours or more, especially during flares, and wake up exhausted or stiff. Several members offered gentle advice, including establishing a consistent wake-up routine, taking magnesium or vitamin D supplements to improve sleep quality, and considering whether Seasonal Affective Disorder might be contributing to fatigue. A recurring theme was the importance of listening to your body without guilt, resting when needed as part of managing the condition, and balancing self-compassion with the awareness that too much sleep can sometimes increase stiffness.