What constitutes healthy sleep? The amount of sleep you get is extremely important. But the type of sleep you get also determines how well-rested you’ll be when you awake.
Why you need good sleep
You need good sleep so that you can function well — both mentally and physically — during your waking hours. Good sleep can enable you to work productively, make sound judgments, avoid harm, and interact with other people effectively.
Sleep also helps us in less visible ways. During sleep, the body secretes a hormone that repairs and regenerates tissue throughout the body. Sleep may also be instrumental in reinforcing our memories and, some experts believe, essential to processing complex emotions.
* Uncover your sleep patterns
* Understand the effects of sleep loss on your life
* Discover simple strategies to improve your sleep
* Enlist the help of your healthcare provider
* Learn about sleep medicines
Sleeping well is important. If you think you're not getting enough sleep, talk to your healthcare provider. There are safe and effective solutions that can help you sleep. And sleeping well can help you feel more in sync with yourself and the world around you.
Different people require different amounts of sleep. The vast majority of us need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night. Some people need more than nine hours, and that’s perfectly normal for them. Some others can sleep less and wake up completely refreshed.
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To give you information, advise, and tips to help you and your child get a GREAT NIGHT'S SLEEP! |
