The importance of having a good night’s sleep is drilled into us from a young age. And for good reason too. Research shows that increasing sleep quality leads to a greater improvement in mental health and helps to reduce stress. But feeling anxious or worrying about certain things can also negatively impact your sleep, so can be a vicious cycle. Of course, if problems with sleep are affecting your day-to-day life or making you worried, it’s wise to speak to a doctor.
One thing you can do to try and increase the amount of shut-eye you get though is to improve your sleep environment. Sleep Foundation – a non-profit, charitable organisation that provides expert information on sleep – notes that making sure your bedroom is optimised for a range of factors, including noise and sound, as well as comfort, may make it easier for you to drift off and subsequently stay asleep.
