During basic training if I have trouble sleeping at night, will I be able to go to medical to receive sleep medication?

2019-01-17T00:22:34-05:00

I suffer from minor insomnia

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jan 17 at 2019 12:57 AM

2019-01-17T00:57:24-05:00

The Saltpeter that Army feeds you in BCT also alleviates insomnia! SPC Private RallyPoint Member

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2019 1:46 AM

2019-01-17T01:46:21-05:00

Hahahaha..... Trust me.... Falling asleep is not a problem in Basic. You'll pass out before you head hits the pillow. It will feel like the lights are back on before your head hits the pillow, too.

Response by SGT Michael Thorin made Jan 17 at 2019 1:55 AM

2019-01-17T01:55:45-05:00

From what I remember, none of us slept well. Up at 0430, then be in formation by 0445 (plenty of time to crap, shave, make up your bunk and get yourself squared away).

After you PT for about an hour, you are marched back to barracks, about 0600, to shower and shave.

The formation for chow will start around 0615.

The rest of the day will be a blur, and you will finally be allowed to try to get sleep at around 2300.

Rinse, wash, repeat, LOL.

Sleep deprivation is part of any agencies basicentrance schooling.

In basic training I had trouble sleeping, but I am glad I did, because persevering through adverse situations is the goal.

I have never heard of a situation such as this which you are asking information. I will tag some friends who may be able to help.

Thank you for your service, and thank you for reaching out for help SPC Private RallyPoint Member. Many people are not aware of the 12M MOS, and the absolute pleasure you can have in that field.

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Response by CPL(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2019 6:28 AM

2019-01-17T06:28:48-05:00

I’m just curious as to how you got 12M, I heard it was a unicorn MOS

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2019 10:58 AM

2019-01-17T10:58:09-05:00

Possible. The one problem this could come into is not being able to wake up in time for PRT. But, I would like to add that you may not have a problem falling asleep in Basic. If, however, after about 2 weeks and you still have issues, try and go to medical.

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jan 17 at 2019 11:45 AM

2019-01-17T11:45:42-05:00

I have to agree with SGT Michael Thorin I got very little sleep in 1975 going through Basic Traing and even less in OCS. If you suffer from minor insomnia then take a look at this article and push through SPC Private RallyPoint Member Some of these things you can do and some you can't - read it over good and incorporate those things you can - Basic Training doesn't last forever!

https://www.amerisleep.com/blog/natural-insomnia-remedies/

End Sleepless Nights With These Natural Insomnia Remedies

Here’s why insomnia happens, why you can’t rely on prescription meds to solve the problem, and how to develop healthier sleep habits to snooze better.

Response by SSG Byron Howard Sr made Jan 17 at 2019 12:05 PM

2019-01-17T12:05:31-05:00

When I was on Bassic going to sleep was no problem. Getting enough sleep that was the problem. I went though basic in 1974 Ft. Polk loved it.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2019 5:55 PM

2019-01-17T17:55:07-05:00

Prepare to be cured.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2019 11:55 PM

2019-01-17T23:55:51-05:00

Between the sleep deprivation, PT and outdoor training, I would be quite surprised if you have insomnia during basic training. During my basic training I was so exhausted it felt like I could literally fall asleep anytime, anywhere.

Response by SGT Holly Johnston made Sep 4 at 2019 9:15 PM

2019-09-04T21:15:46-04:00

No, unless things have changed I am not aware of.