Archive for December, 2007
Searching for Sleep Satisfaction
0 Comments Published by Brian Yalung December 26th, 2007 in How to sleep better, Sleep Disorders.
For any person who is in search of means on how to sleep better, a lot of things can be considered to do so. However, for each recourse requires various factors that include psychological and mental disorders. Sleep may sound like a simple problem to go by but while many consider it a major problem, it remains that sleep disorders may be caused by what we actually perform daily.
Sometimes, the problem may lie on the external factors and certainly these are problems that do not really require medical assistance. Check them out since it may be good to help you in sleeping better.
Redecorate your bedroom. “Make the bedroom a cool, dark, well-ventilated room,” Kinzie said. While you’re at it, upgrade to a mattress large enough to leave enough room between you and your bedmate. (Spooning isn’t ideal for a good rest.) Also, leave your laptop in the living room, don’t make a space for the TV on the night stand, and trade AC/DC for Enya.
Skip the Diet Coke nightcap. Nix caffeine, cigarettes and alchohol in the hours before bed. It’ll hamper your Saturday night plans, but you’ll wake up refreshed for Sunday morning.
Source: DesMoinesRegister.com
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The Pillows You Can Sleep On
0 Comments Published by Brian Yalung December 25th, 2007 in How to sleep better, SLEEP News, SLEEP Psychology, Sleep Education.
So much has been said on how to sleep properly. Many have taken on the areas of beds and mattresses, sleeping positions and proper observance of sleeping hours. But there is still one area of sleep which many would never have thought would be of importance. And this area is the pillows we use to lay our heads on or simply cuddle to make us gain that longing slumber we always look for.
Most focus on other aspects of sleeping. For most, pillows don’t have much use when sleep is being tackled. But with this excerpt, perhaps people with sleeping problems may want to check out if pillows can make a difference the next time they sleep.
(Source) “I have back issues and neck issues,” says Jones, 46, of Selma, Calif. “I’ve gone through a gazillion pillows. The solution for me was a wedge and synthetic pillow. I put those two together, and that seems to help me the most.”
But what works for her won’t necessarily work for you. Pillows now come in a number of shapes. You also have several other options, from the materials that fill the pillows to the fabrics that cover them. But finding the ones that will fit your sleeping habits might require some sleepless nights.
“With pillows, there is a lot of personal testing,” says Jones, coordinator of Saint Agnes Medical Center’s Diagnostic Sleep Lab in Fresno, Calif. “What works for one person isn’t going to work for another.”
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The Perfect Present of Sleep This Holiday
0 Comments Published by Brian Yalung December 24th, 2007 in SLEEP News, Sleep Therapy.
Nothing beats being able to get that much needed time off and sleep from the grueling year that was. Many people have encountered sleeping difficulties and the best way to try and make up for it is Christmas day when practically everyone is on vacation.
You may say that it is a form of forced vacation. All around the world everyone is celebrating Christmas and while many are feasting and having reunions, there will be plenty of time to sleep and rest, even for just a day.
Sleeping through some parts of Christmas day can be the best gift that all people can enjoy.
(Source) “In order to best enjoy the holiday season, anticipate and budget the extra time needed to carry out your holiday ‘to-do’ list. Getting an early start and doing a little bit each day will save time and relieve stress. Delaying your ‘to-do’ list until the last possible minute not only leads to sleep loss, it also makes one contend with heavier street traffic and more aggressive crowds in stores,”
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Sleep and Drive Wisely During the Holidays
0 Comments Published by Brian Yalung December 23rd, 2007 in How to sleep better, SLEEP News, Sleep Issues.
The holiday season calls for some hectic demands when it comes to managing the amount of sleep you can get. Parties and shopping are most probably the first things that would be the main reason for not being able to sleep regularly.
There are people who also have to cram for work, render overtime and make sure that before year’s end, all work has been turned in. In the end, getting home may become a problem, and for people who may feel sleepy on the road, better stop and take a short nap before you get a permanent nap that you may regret.
Sleeping and driving do not mix. Surely it would be best to take this seriously. Sleep is something that we have trouble settling and for sure it will be something that can be an issue during this Christmas season.
(Source) Dr. Thomas Lo Russo, medical director of the Northern Virginia Sleep Diagnostic Center says there is documented evidence that the number of car crashes increases over the holidays.
He says people need to pay attention to their natural body rhythms and drive when you are most awake between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Consider resting between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
If it’s a long journey, he says, “About every 100 miles, take a break. Move around, maybe have a cup of caffeine.”
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Taking Advantage of Christmas Day
0 Comments Published by Brian Yalung December 22nd, 2007 in How to sleep better, SLEEP News.
So what are your plans on Christmas day? Some people would gather together around meals while others may even go out taking time to provide that much awaited quality time that has long been demanded from them by their families. But to some, it is a good opportunity to rest and recharge through sleeping. Be reminded that not all people are able to get proper sleep no thanks to busy schedules that are usually demanded from them through work or any undertaking.
Indeed, some may consider it a good time to recharge and rest their laurels. Sleeping through Christmas day may be a waste of time to others but then again it is best to look back at the busy year they had to go through to understand why sleep would be the best thing to do on this special holiday.
(Source) “I’m just relieved and glad everyone has got what they wanted.
“I’m so tired on Christmas Day, all I want to do is sleep.”
But all the hard work is worth it when he gets pleased shoppers visiting in the New Year.
“We often get people in thanking us for giving them a good Christmas,” he said. “That’s a nice feeling.”
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