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# Healthy Habits to Improve Your Sleep

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September 27, 2024

If you have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep, it is time to try some healthy sleep habits. You can do many things for a better night’s sleep. Try as many tips as you can.

## Healthy Sleep Habits

**Create a good sleep environment:**

-   Make your bedroom a relaxing place used for sleep, intimacy and winding down.

-   Try to keep TVs, computers and work out of your bedroom.

-   Make the room dark, quiet and cool but comfortable when going to sleep.

## Did You Know?

-   Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night.
-   Healthy sleep can help you:
    -   Improve your mood
    -   Feel and look better
    -   Lower your stress
    -   Have more energy
    -   Think more clearly

## What If My Sleep Doesn't Get Better?

If you try the healthy sleep habits and your sleep does not improve, it could be a sign of a sleep disorder. If you can answer yes to any of the questions below and this symptom happens regularly, talk to your healthcare provider.

-   Do I often feel tired, sleepy or fatigued during the day?

-   Do I feel irritable during the day?

-   Do I have trouble concentrating?

-   Are my reaction times slow?

-   Is it difficult for me to stay awake during activities?

-   Have I fallen asleep or felt very tired while driving?

-   Do I use caffeine as a way to keep myself awake?

-   Do I use alcohol as a self-medication tool to fall asleep?

-   Do I have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep?

-   Do I snore loudly (louder than talking)?

-   Has anyone noticed that I stop breathing during my sleep?

## What If I Don't Get Enough Sleep?

Over time, lack of sleep can be risky for your health. Not getting enough sleep is linked with many chronic diseases and conditions—such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity and depression. So improving your sleep is key to better health.

## What Are Treatments For Sleep Problems?

Treatments for sleep problems focus on the reason why you do not sleep well. If you have a medical problem, treating that problem may help you sleep better.

Doctors may prescribe sleep medicine for a short time if other treatments are not working. Medicines work best as a short-term treatment combined with lifestyle and behavior changes. Prescription sleep medicine comes with risks; be sure to talk with your doctor.

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