How efficient is it to set a specific bedtime for Dusty since he is very hyperactive?
447475
just make him do more chores
643723
I need around 6-8 hours sleep.  Anything less than 5 hrs and you can bet I'd be dangerously cranky and would be snapping at everyone the rest of the day, plus, I won't be up to any "thinking" tasks such as heavy analyzing and all that. I'd be on auto-pilot mode then until I get enough sleep. I usually wake up for bathroom breaks but I try not to turn on the lights (autopilot mode again) so that I can go right back to sleep without being woken up too much.
896874
You should excerise regularly and try to go to bed at a decent time.  Its not always easy with kiddos but making time for yourself to go for a run or go to the gym!  You will notice the difference in energy.    And a little coffee now and then won't hurt!
262713
Some kids do it uuntil they are 16 or so\n\nlimit fluids after 7 pm\n\nmake him pee before bed\n\nwkae him after 3-4 hours of sleep to train him to wake himself during the night
907795
He Needs the Sugar high to get everything done In 1 night.\nthe milk is to wash the cookies down :)\n\n(but he could do it in 1/2 the time with Caffeine)\n\nDo The Dew Santa! (Mountain Dew :) )
718558
Sadly about 20 minutes.  I envy your hour and a half but i can see where that would get tiring.  Have you tried having a quickie somewhere where you could get caught?  That should speed him up.
342483
depends on how long you want to keep him around.  If less than 3 weeks sleep w/ him tonight.  If longer than that, set him up in the spare.
953005
Your metabolism determines how much energy you expend while at rest; it does not determine how well you sleep.\n\nI'll give you some pointers on getting a better night's sleep. If these "sleep hygiene" tips don't work, you may wish to consult a doctor.\n\n1. Avoid caffeine. It sounds like you're already doing this, so good for you! (I'm posting this advice anyway in case others are having similar problems.) Also avoid smoking (as nicotine is a stimulant) and drinking alcohol (which interferes with natural sleep) before bedtime.\n\n2. Try to go to bed and get up the same time each day, even if you don't have to (e.g., on weekends). This will help your body establish a stable sleep schedule.\n\n3. Turn the lights down about an hour before your bedtime. Light sends signals to your brain that it should be awake, and this is not the message you want to send if you want some sleep!\n\n4. Exercise regularly! But avoid exercising a few hours before your bedtime.\n\n5. Take a warm bath or shower before bed. This will help relax you.\n\n6. Drink milk shortly before bedtime, or eat some turkey. Both of these foods contain substances that help promote sleep. Some people have reported success with taking melatonin.\n\n7. Do not use your bed to watch TV, play video games, read, or do your homework. You want your brain to associate being in bed with going to sleep, not other activities.\n\n8. If you find you cannot sleep, don't stay in bed and get anxious about how much sleep you're missing. Instead, get up, and find some relaxing activity you can do (e.g., reading) under dim light until you begin to feel drowsy again.\n\n9. Be careful about taking sleep-inducing medications, as these can be habit-forming and also interfere with the REM (dream) phase of sleep, which is the most refreshing part of sleep.\n\nGood luck!
1079907
I'm also studying for the bar.  He needs to put down th books two hours before bed time (a planned time).  Do some light physical activity (little yoga--foolling around maybe a short walk, etc).  Dim the lights about an hour before bed.  Slow the body down and the mind will follow.  I find a hot shower and milk (i know it sound cliche but it works) helpful for a solid night's sleep.  Sleep in a well ventalated room.  No light or noise.  Let the body drift off.  The mind will become quiet.  If that doesn't work--put him on the counch with some tequila and just go to bed.
1133690
Try to keep the same sleep/wake schedule.\nDo not exercise before bedtime.\nKeep the room cool.\nDon't eat at least three hours before bed time.\nAlcohol inhibits sleep as well as caffeine.
284065
That depends on him. It could be from 1 min to over 1 hr. If there is a problem he could do exercises to help
553706
my 18 year old son is a very heavy sleeper. he does not hear alarms when he is sleeping. we have very good relationship and he loves me very much. he as even seen doctors about this problem. i have to wake him for work. during this process many times he will hit at me and call me bad names. every day he gives me a hug and tells me he loves me. i know his waking behavoir causes him bad feelings and i know he does not know what he is doing when he does those things. the state of mind during the waking process is an in between place. if you don't think you will put yourself in danger fake a snooze sometime, if only for peace of mind.
171939
do have a wndow in yur rom, if so make sure u make seem lik usally in yur rm then when u know their doing wateve before their asleep then go out the window, this could take until the time is rite.
373788
wake them up early and feed them something filing like porridge give them something like a stew or stuff at least 2 hours before bed u don't want to feed them closer nor give them take away, dyes or preservatives. then give them a warm bath before tucking them in and keep the t.v low
255064
well thats depends on how much sleep he is getting during the day. He should have  sleeping hours during the day (A routine)and nigth that way his organism would program to sleep that tome you wish. If that not the case then is best to pay a visit to the doctor's place
1039783
try the naughty step my daughter was the same till i used it give him 2 warnings if that dosent work put him on the step it can be anywere (but when at home keep it in the same place!) for 2 mins if he is two and three mins if he is three and so on then after the time is up tell him why he was on the step and make him say sorry it works just takes time good luck
694132
Sure. The goody powers are only good for four hours. Until he gets home use topicals like warm water compresses on the forehead, low light and only low backround noise. Try to get some sleep.