Insomnia

Although the best long term treatment for insomnia is cognitive behavioural therapy, there is a role for medication for insomnia.

Are you ​constantly feeling tired? Having trouble concentrating and remembering things? Not sleeping well? These may be symptoms of chronic stress.

Do you have difficulty switching off at night? It might be hyperarousal which can occur if we are busy through the day and aren't managing stress.

Sleep debt can cause problems if it builds up, but learning how to use sleep debt to your advantage can be a helpful tool in managing your sleep. 

Poor sleep can exacerbate headaches and migraine. How does this happen and what can be done to improve both sleep and headaches?

Sleep heals our bodies and minds, but it doesn’t always come easily. Mindfulness can help us fall asleep and stay asleep.

By making a switch to healthier food and drinks, you can improve your sleep. Rather than seeking out sleep superfoods, focus on your overall diet and eating pattern.

Having trouble sleeping? Maybe you're trying too hard. Sleep doesn't need to be perfect. Trying to make it perfect can actually make sleep problems worse.

Whilst daylight saving time gives us more hours of light in the evening during summer, it can have negative impacts on health.

It can be hard to tell whether you are awake or asleep, particularly for people with insomnia. How can this happen?