Get More Zs! How to Improve Your Sleep Quality
Get More Zs! How to Improve Your Sleep Quality
Be honest…are you getting enough sleep?
It is recommended that adults get at least 7 hours of sleep each night, but many get much less—and you may be one of them.
But why is sleep important? And how can you improve your sleep quality? Below is more information about the importance of sleep, along with some tips to ensure you get the best sleep possible.
Why Is Sleep Important?
Sleep is important for a number of reasons. Some of these reasons include:
· Mood regulation
· Heart health
· Hormone regulation
· Metabolism
· And more
Getting enough sleep can lower your chances of stroke, improve your mood, increase your attention span, lower your risk of high blood pressure, and so much more. You literally need sleep to function and survive…
How to Improve Your Sleep Quality
There are a few things that you can do to improve your sleep quality. Some tips for improving your sleep quality include:
Don’t Drink or Use Drugs Before Sleep
While drinking and using certain drugs can help with going to sleep (or passing out), they aren’t great for the actual quality of your sleep. Drugs and alcohol can lead to restless sleep, interfere with your sleep cycle, and lead to waking up throughout the night.
Cut the drinking and drug use to ensure you get the best sleep possible.
Turn Off Your Phone
It is important to turn your phone off (or at least stop looking at it) to decrease your exposure to blue light (which keeps you awake). Electronic devices in general should be turned off an hour or two before bed to improve your sleep.
Keep a Regular Sleep Schedule
Your circadian rhythm (or your internal clock) helps you to regulate many functions—including sleep. Your body will naturally get used to going to sleep and waking up at a certain time if you are regular with your sleeping patterns. If you aren’t, it can make it difficult to fall asleep.
Stop Drinking Caffeine
Caffeine helps to keep you up. So, it’s intuitive to stop drinking caffeine at night. With that said, around what time should you stop? Studies have shown that taking in any kind of caffeine 6 hours before sleep can affect your sleep quality. Make sure you drink that last cup of coffee early!
About Front Door Health
If you aren’t getting proper sleep due to a behavioral health or substance use disorder and you need extra help, reach out to Front Door Health.
Front Door Health provides in-home treatment for patients when they need it. We take an evidence-based approach to treatment, and we create custom treatment plans for our patients to increase their chances of success. Our treatment process is client-focused and individualized. This means no group sessions with strangers and no “treatment as usual” approach. You are unique and the treatment plan we create for you is designed to meet you where you are along your journey and help you to reach your recovery goals.
We understand that it can be difficult to put your life on hold and take time off work or school. Our in-home treatment allows patients to continue to meet their school, family, pet, and other obligations while receiving the treatment they deserve.
If you would like to learn more about in-home treatment, contact Front Door Health today. We’re happy to answer any questions and provide you with the help you need.
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