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Sleep Hygiene

Getting quality sleep is vital in protecting you mental health, physical health and overall well-being. Sleep has a significant effect on our mood and attitude while we’re awake.

What is Sleep Hygiene?

Getting quality sleep is vital in protecting you mental health, physical health and overall well-being. Sleep has a significant effect on our mood and attitude while we’re awake. During sleep, your body is working to support healthy brain function while working to maintain and improve your physical and emotional health. Long periods of sleep deficiency can accumulate overtime and lead to chronic health problems.

Tips

  • Regularity
    • Going to bed and waking up within the same 30 minute time frame everyday will allow your body to get in a rhythm and have higher quality sleep.
  • Don’t Force it
    • If you still can’t sleep after about 20-25 minutes, get up and do something until you feel tired, then return to bed and try again.
  • Your Bed is for Sleeping
    • Try not to use your bed for anything other than sleeping, so that your body associates your bed with only sleep.
  • Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol
    • It is best to avoid caffeine and alcohol for at least 6 hours before going to bed, as both can disrupt your quality of deep sleep.
  • Exercise
    • Regular exercise is important to getting quality sleep, but try not to do anything too rigorous close to your bedtime.
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