Why do I always feel like crap when I wake up in the morning?

Gartenberg: When you wake up, you have something called “sleep inertia.” It can last for as long as two hours. That’s why you get that groggy feeling, and if you’re sleep deprived, it’s going to be worse, too. Studies also show that if you wake up while in deep sleep, you’re going to have worse sleep inertia.

Why do I feel weak when I just woke up?

Why You Wake Up Tired Waking up feeling slightly groggy or tired is just part of the human experience. It’s called sleep inertia: “The transitional state between sleep and wake, marked by impaired performance … and a desire to return to sleep.” The main thing to know about sleep inertia is it is completely normal.

Why do I feel bad when I wake up at night?

6 Reasons You Feel Awful When You Wake Up—Even If You Got Enough Sleep 1 You read your Kindle before bed. 2 You sleep in a bad position. 3 Your pillow sucks. 4 You grind your teeth at night. 5 You have a nightcap. 6 You have undiagnosed sleep apnea.

Why do I feel crummy in the morning?

Many studies have shown that a lack of light can make you feel depressed and also mess with your biological clock. In the mornings your blood sugar may be low. You have not eaten in many hours. And if you are a person who skips breakfast then you are increasing the odds for feeling crummy due to a lack of energy.

Why do I wake up with a headache in the morning?

If you wake up with a headache, it’s most likely because you’ve been clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth overnight, says Kathy Gruver, PhD, a massage therapist in Santa Monica, CA. Research shows that massage can help with symptoms, so apply some gentle pressure and/or a warm,…

What time of Day do you feel the most depressed?

Most people with clinical depression feel worse at a specific time of day. These “diurnal variations” are highly individualized. Although many people feel more depressed in the morning, others feel pretty consistently worse in the afternoon or evening.