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Struggling with a torrent of thoughts the instant you lay down for the night? Try this relaxation method to sleep better and wake up well-rested. This post from Mindbodygreen.com puts forward the case for a magic bedtime window for a restful night’s sleep. One recurring problem I hear over and over again from my patients is that they have difficulty falling asleep. More ... Continue Reading
A mid-afternoon nap of just 10 minutes can help you stay alert for more than two hours when you're sleep deprived, according to research from the journal Sleep. There's a time and a place for playing catch-up, and while some strategies are universal, others will depend a bit more on your individual lifestyle. A mid-afternoon nap of just 10 minutes can help you stay alert for ... Continue Reading
Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep also spells trouble for your waking hours. At night you lie in bed, watching the clock and stressing out that you will have to get up in a few hours. During the day, you’re exhausted, sleepy and unfocused. You’re not alone. Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep also spells trouble for your waking hours. At night you lie in ... Continue Reading
If you got more sleep than you're used to last night, then you're probably tired because you got more sleep than you're used to last night. Your body loves consistency. Ask A Scientist: I Got Extra Sleep Last Night. Why Am I So Tired? The Scientist:Â Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine The Answer:Â If you ... Continue Reading
