Are you one of those people who have trouble sleeping at night? Last month, we printed some dos and don’ts from the Sleep Disorders Australia, 2006’s fact sheet, here are ten more:
- Do- Be comfortable and relaxed.
- Do- Understand your sleep need.
- Do-Take medications as directed.
- Do- Use your bed only for sleep.
- Do- Make your bedroom as restful as possible
- Don't- Stay in bed if you're awake
- Don't- Share your bed with children or pets.
- Don't- Look at the clock all the time.
- Don't- Smoke Don't- Use alcohol to help you sleep
- Don't- Rely on sleeping tablets to help you to sleep.
It should be noted that many sleep problems are a result of bad habits built up over a period of time. As such, the problems are not easily fixed overnight. Nonetheless, persevere on with good sleep habits and sleep should improve. Different things work for different people. Find out what works for you and stick to it. If, however, you still experience difficulty sleeping despite practicing good sleep habits, please do not hesitate to see your doctor as there may be something else disturbing your sleep.
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Ping Yin Ngu, Psychologist
BSc (Hons), MPsych (Child Clinical Specialisation), MAPS
T. 9639 3875; 0426 905 010; E. ping@counselcc.net.au
** Psychological Consultations may be Bulk-Billed.
Ping Yin Ngu is a Psychologist with a focus on children and adolescents, and their connections to kinder, school, friends and family. Ping is passionate about supporting people with anxiety issues, depression, school issues, and anger management. She enjoys working with young people, helping them to learn life skills and coping strategies, and to feel more confident. Ping is also Madarin speaking.
Appointments may be made at: http://appointment.counselcc.net.au
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