The things you do during the day, especially right before bed, can have a big effect on how well you sleep. They can help you sleep well or keep you up at night.
What you eat and drink, what medicines you take, how you plan your days, and how you spend your nights can all have a big effect on how well you sleep. Even small changes can sometimes make the difference between a good night's sleep and a restless one.
The word "sleep hygiene" refers to a set of healthy sleep habits that can make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which is the best long-term care for people with chronic insomnia, includes sleep hygiene as an important part. CBT can help you deal with the ideas and actions that keep you from sleeping well when you have insomnia. It also has techniques for reducing stress, relaxing, and managing your sleep routine.
If you have trouble sleeping or want to get better sleep, try doing these healthy things before bed. Talk to your doctor if your sleep problem keeps happening. You can also ask the sleep team at an AASM-accredited sleep center for help. Modern life moves so fast that you don't always have time to stop and rest. It can make it seem like a dream to get a good night's sleep every night.