Mind & Body Interventions To Treat Sleep Disorders

Insomnia is related to issues with falling asleep and staying asleep. Sleep patterns can be interrupted by not having a regular sleep and wake routine. Other reasons for sleep issues could stem from stress, anxiety, depression, illness etc. Listed below are several treatments that help reduce sleep disruption.

Self Care

Improve sleep habits by setting a regular time that you wake each day and setting a regular time you will go to bed. Do not consume caffeinated beverages at least eight hours before bed. Drink water throughout the day and keep hydrated.

Stress Management

Find things that can help reduce stress and anxiety. Keeping physically active each day will help to channel your extra energy. Plan your sweat sessions and get at least 25 minutes a day of cardio. Find time in your day to relax and decompress.

Therapies

Involve yourself in self-healing by using meditation. Seek for solutions using holistic therapy, alternative medicine, acupuncture, acupressure, yoga, Tai Chi, and the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).

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Professional Care

Those who suffer from insomnia often experience results of: Restlessness, chronic pain, illness, and lack of physical activity. Seek professional care without having to rely on medications. Those who suffer from insomnia can appertain to improvements in sleep patterns using cognitive behavioral therapy to involve mind and body intervention.

Sources:

Gooneratne, Nalaka S. “Complimentary and Alternative Medicine for Sleep Disturbances in Older Adults.” 14 Mar. 2017. Clinics in Geriatric Medicine. U.S. National Library of Medicine, Feb. 2008. Web.

“Therapy for Sleep Disorders.” 14 Mar. 2017.  Therapy for Sleep Disorders: Treating Insomnia and Other Sleep Problems with CBT. N.p., n.d. Web.

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Jaclyn Rae

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