Is it normal to only be able to sleep with the tv on?

I can't sleep at all with no sound going on in the background. My mind never quits thinking about all kinds of things if its completely quit in the room therefore I have to sleep with the tv on because it relaxes me and helps take my mind off of things.

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Based on 58 votes (50 yes)
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  • AnalyticalAm

    It's anxiety. Stress too. I take Valerian Root pills and Melatonin(Both are for sleep uses). Also white noise helps you sleep because known sounds comfort you and cover up unknown sounds.

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  • thegruffalo

    I'm exactly the same.

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  • Avant-Garde

    I do this, but with music.

    Without it, everything makes me uncomfortable.

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  • moonstruck

    I do the same, but its scientifically proven that sleep with the tv on results in less restful and deep sleep.

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  • ChasingAfterPond<3

    It's actually very normal. I'm glad it works for you. I can't do it, it keeps me up and I can't sleep if its on unless I accidentally fall asleep while watching a show.

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  • nowimsureimsane

    I do the same thing.complete silence is very uncomfortable.

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