What is sleep?
Sleep is a state of consciousnesses, which gives our body time to rest and build up strength. While we are asleep, our body goes through different stages at approximately 90 minute cycles: light sleep, deep sleep and dreaming, the latter also known as rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.
What is insomnia?
Insomnia is the disturbance of a normal sleep pattern. For example:
What help is available?
Brief therapy/counselling can be valuable in helping to change thinking patterns and to deal with any anxieties or other emotional issues that may be affecting your sleep. GPs may prescribe sleeping tablets but these should be used with caution as some can be addictive. A few simple lifestyle changes can help significantly with improving quality of your sleep. To receive free Top Tips for a Good Night's Sleep, or to arrange a face-to-face or telephone consultation/therapy session, get in touch with Masha through the Contact page of this website.
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