Scot J

So, you guys were right. The A4 pushes it a little tight on the budget. PArt of it is the gas because of the clogged car ($20day or so), but school is playing a big role to. I basically can fit in maybe 5 hours a day of sleep. Is this healthy? Is there any over the counter or prescribtion drugs that I can take that will make me fall asleep right away then wake up ready and alert? I find I lie in bed for hours just thinking about nothing.

Sourdough Josh

The human body requires about 4 hours of actual REM sleep, which usually occurs from 6-8 hours of sleep at night, or so. I think it takes about an hour to get into actual REM.

You'll be OK. If your body really needs sleep, it will tell you. You'll pass out way before you run out of energy, so no worries

There are meds, but most sleepers are *highly* addictive and will result in a much worse situation than the sleep deprivation ever was, so i'd lay off them, unless you need one for just a night or two. They aren't meant for constant use. I know people who are on them -- I wouldn't want to be in their shoes, we'll just say.

jasyn³

i use to chase vivarin with a double shot of espresso back in college.

i'm not sleeping that much more these days actually .. hehe. that's what the weekends are for, recovery.