Daily Archives: March 1, 2014

Shift work and day time sleep

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 →

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Foods that help you sleep

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 →

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Skip booze for better sleep

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 →

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Insomnia treatment

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 →

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Does exercise late in the day cause insomnia

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 →

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