Insomnia means you regularly have problems sleeping. It usually gets better by changing your sleeping habits. Check if you have insomnia. You have insomnia if you regularly: find it hard to go to sleep; wake up several times during the night; lie awake at night; wake up early and cannot go back to sleep; still feel tired after waking up Keep a regular sleep/wake schedule. Don’t drink or eat caffeine four to six hours before bed and minimize daytime use. Don’t smoke, especially near bedtime or if you awake in the night. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals before sleep. Get regular exercise. Minimize noise, light and excessive hot and cold temperatures where you sleep
sleep on something. 1. Lit. to recline on something and slumber. I like to sleep on a firm bed. Mary had to sleep on the floor because her sister was visiting. 2. Fig. to postpone a decision until one has slept through the night. (As if one were going to think through the decision while sleeping.) It sounds like a good idea, but I'd like to
Sleep deprivation means you’re not getting enough sleep. For most adults, the amount of sleep needed for best health is 7 to 8 hours each night. When you get less sleep than that, as many people do, it can eventually lead to many health problems. These can include forgetfulness, being less able to fight off infections, and even mood swings
Struggling to fall asleep. Waking up in the middle of the night or too early in the morning. Feeling tired, sleepy, or foggy during the day. Having problems paying attention, concentrating, or
