There’s been a series of small thefts and burglaries in my neighborhood and it’s driven my anxiety at night off the charts. I freeze at any noise outside and can’t sleep for more than a few minutes before another noise startles me awake. 


Realistically, I know that my house is very safe and it is very very unlikely someone will manage to break in but even the idea of a stranger lurking around my window is enough to throw me into a panic attack.


I get palpitations, break out into a cold sweat and start to panic and it’s getting way out of hand. I was wondering if anyone else has experienced restlessness when sleeping? 


I was suggested to take melatonin supplements at night to help me get some deep sleep but I’ve never taken it before. Would love to hear some advice 😅