Sleeping is a problem for many people in the world. The problems with sleep can range from trouble falling asleep, trouble staying asleep, or having interrupted sleep.
Trouble falling asleep is generally known as insomnia. This can last only a few days, or may develop into a chronic long-term problem.
The biggest first step in getting a good night's sleep and treating insomnia is to understand what good sleep hygiene or sleep habits are. Most people who are having trouble sleeping tend to have poor sleep habits.
Medications may sometimes be used to help people fall asleep (treat insomnia) -- but these can be addicting and may have other side effects.
Keys to Good Sleep
- Keep consistent bedtimes and awaking times
- If you have trouble sleeping, don't lie in bed thinking about it. Get up, read, watch TV until you are tired.
- Don't take naps.
- Don't stare at the clock. It only increases your anxiety. Move the clock away from your vision.
- Dont drink caffeine in the evenings or even later afternoons.
These simple steps will help you improve your sleeping success rates.
If you have long term sleeping troubles, it is best to get evaluated by your physician.
- If you have trouble sleeping, don't lie in bed thinking about it. Get up, read, watch TV until you are tired.
- Don't take naps.
- Don't stare at the clock. It only increases your anxiety. Move the clock away from your vision.
- Dont drink caffeine in the evenings or even later afternoons.
These simple steps will help you improve your sleeping success rates.
If you have long term sleeping troubles, it is best to get evaluated by your physician.
