The Impact of Sleep on Mental Health
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True or False
1.
Our brains and bodies completely shut
down when we are sleeping?
2.
We need less sleep as we get older?
3.
Our body clocks can quickly adapt to
different time zones?
4.
Watching TV, playing on the computer
or your mobile phone before bedtime
can help you fall asleep?
5.
Alcohol helps you sleep?
How can poor sleep affect our
mental health?
3
How can poor sleep affect our
mental health?
4
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Poor concentration
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Low mood
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Lack of motivation
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Susceptible to colds and
other ailments
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Difficulty regulating
emotions
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Irritability
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Anxiety
How can sleep boost mental health
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Body more able to
deal with stress
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Allows the body time
to rest and process
information
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How to sleep well
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Get up at the same time every
day
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Get outside for at least 30 min
per day for natural sunlight
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Avoid caffeine based drinks
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Do some exercise
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Try to resolve or develop healthy
coping strategies for any issues
causing you anxiety
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Turn off all technology devices at
least 1 hour before bed (phone,
tablets, TV)
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Avoid caffeine and alcohol
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Relax (bath, reading )
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Ensure bedroom is cool
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Keep pets out of room
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Go to bed at the same time each
night
Introduction (5 mins)
The stress of living through lockdown will for some be playing havoc with their sleep. Remember it is perfectly normal to have a range of emotional reactions to the current situation which is affecting us all. So finding it hard to sleep during this time of uncertainty will be very common and given that lockdown measures may be in place for the foreseeable future, it is more important than ever we practice good sleeping habits to help us cope through these difficult and challenging times.
Exploring the relationship between sleep and mental health, this content highlights the effects of poor sleep on concentration, mood, motivation, and overall well-being. It also discusses how quality sleep can boost mental health by aiding stress management and allowing the body time to rest and process information. Tips for better sleep hygiene are provided to help improve sleep quality and promote better mental health.
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True or False 1. Our brains and bodies completely shut down when we are sleeping? 2. We need less sleep as we get older? 3. Our body clocks can quickly adapt to different time zones? 4. Watching TV, playing on the computer or your mobile phone before bedtime can help you fall asleep? 5. Alcohol helps you sleep?
How can poor sleep affect our mental health? 3
How can poor sleep affect our mental health? Poor concentration Low mood Lack of motivation Susceptible to colds and other ailments Difficulty regulating emotions Irritability Anxiety 4
How can sleep boost mental health? Body more able to deal with stress Image result for head outline Cortisol Allows the body time to rest and process information 5
Image result for night time clipart How to sleep well Turn off all technology devices at least 1 hour before bed (phone, tablets, TV) Get up at the same time every day Get outside for at least 30 min per day for natural sunlight Avoid caffeine and alcohol Relax (bath, reading ) Avoid caffeine based drinks Ensure bedroom is cool Do some exercise Keep pets out of room Try to resolve or develop healthy coping strategies for any issues causing you anxiety Go to bed at the same time each night
