Daily Archives: March 1, 2014

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co on line support group I just started working the night shift, and I’m having trouble sleeping during the day. Do you have any sleep tips for shift workers? Answers from Timothy Morgenthaler, M.D. Humans are naturally wired to be … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co on line support group Will a bedtime snack help me sleep better? Answers from Timothy Morgenthaler, M.D. Eating a small snack a few hours before bedtime may help. There are no specific foods that help you sleep. But, it’s … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co on line support group Skip booze for better sleep By Mayo Clinic Staff Alcohol depresses the central nervous system and acts as a sedative. It may help you fall asleep, but it prevents deeper stages of sleep and often … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co online support group Insomnia treatment: Cognitive behavioral therapy instead of sleeping pills Insomnia is a serious disorder, and effective treatment can be crucial to getting the sleep you need. Explore safe, effective, nondrug insomnia treatments. By Mayo Clinic Staff … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co on line support group Regular exercise reduces stress and anxiety, and generally improves sleep. But for some people, exercising within five hours of bedtime may cause problems getting to sleep. Keep in mind, everyone’s different. For some people, late-day … Continue reading →

No matter what your scale says, being comfortable in your own skin is up to you. It can be tough, in a society that prizes unrealistic images. But it’s possible, and it starts with what you say when you look … Continue reading →

If you have treatment-resistant depression, you might have already picked up some of the antidepressant drug lingo — you know your SSRIs, your SNRIs and your MAOIs. But do you really know how these drugs help? If you don’t, you’re … Continue reading →

Reflexology is the application of pressure to areas on the feet, hands and ears. Reflexology is generally relaxing and may be an effective way to alleviate stress. The theory behind reflexology is that these areas correspond to organs and systems … Continue reading →

You’ve followed the usual tips for getting enough sleep — sleeping on a regular schedule, avoiding caffeine and daytime naps, exercising regularly, and managing stress. Still, it’s been weeks and a good night’s sleep remains elusive. Is it time for … Continue reading →

Yes, lack of sleep can affect your immune system. Studies show that people who don’t get quality sleep or enough sleep are more likely to get sick after being exposed to a virus, such as the common cold. Lack of … Continue reading →