Adults need a good night's sleep more than children do. Although the number of hours of sleep that you get each night is important, other factors of your sleep affect your health and well being. Good sleep quality is necessary. Signs of bad sleep include constantly waking up at night, not feeling well when you wake up, and experiencing various symptoms of sleep illnesses (including excessive sleepiness or inability to breathe properly). In some cases, adults have trouble sleeping because they are depressed, anxious, or stressed.
1. What Is The Appropriate Amount Of Sleep
According to the National Sleep Foundation, an average adult requires about seven hours of sleep each night. Children need only five hours. One hour of sleep less than the optimum is considered "sleep deprivation." According to the sleep center at New York-Trace Hospital, "The risk of serious complications increases dramatically for those who are unable to sleep." According to WebMd, "The majority of medical experts agree that too little sleep can lead to more serious problems such as depression, anxiety, irritability, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, and poor decision making."
Babies require eight hours of sleep each night, which has been determined by the American Academy of Pediatrics. For most people, this is still a pretty good figure. However, what the Academy of Pediatrics means by "adequate" sleep is waking up refreshed and alert and able to carry out all of the regular duties of their job. How much sleep babies and adults need is dependent on a variety of factors including their individual sleep needs, the quality of their sleep, the duration they spend asleep, their sleeping position, the time of day, the number of individuals in the home, the location where the family sleeps, and whether parents are involved in helping to make baby or infant sleep.
2. Why Sleep Is So Important
Do you know why it is important to get enough sleep? Not only do you feel tired during the day but sleep deprivation can lead to complications such as heart disease, hypertension and memory problems. Recent studies have also linked to poor sleep habits to an increased risk of diabetes. But a new study from the Journal of Sleep Medicine concluded that there is actually a direct link between obesity and sleep disorder.
3. Tips To Get A Better Nights Sleep
The biggest problem when trying to sleep at night is not being able to get comfortable, this could be due to the fact that you do not have a consistent quality of sleep. If you keep your eyes open and are alert throughout the night you will be able to determine if you have a quality sleep or not. Some tips to help you sleep better at night are;
Make a Sleep-Inducing Bedroom
When we sleep, our bodies create extra heat, so you typically want to sleep in a cooler space than you are used to the remainder of the day. Our bodies also follow rhythms, and are triggered to sleep by the darkness. Consider investing in blackout curtains, which help to regulate light and temperature, helping to lower heating and cooling costs cutting your PECO expenses.
Optimize Your Sleep Schedule
You can optimize your sleep schedule by following a routine, meaning going to bed at a certain time, and leaving bed at the same time every day. You will find that your body quickly adjusts to a set schedule, and usually sleep will follow your bed time.
Follow a Pre-Bed time Routine
The hour or so before bed is critical to falling to sleep, and staying asleep for the night. Relax in the hour or so before bed, nothing strenuous like exercise. Limit screen time, including phones, tablets and television. To the extent possible, follow the same routine at the same time every evening for best results.
Many people also use a humidifier in their bedroom in order to have a better night sleep and many people also find a warm shower or bath before bed will help them sleep better at night.
