A-good-Night’s-Sleep.ppt

单击此处编辑母版标题样式,单击此处编辑母版文本样式,第二级,第三级,第四级,第五级,*,A good Nights Sleep,Why is Sleep Important?,It is essential not to overlook or underestimate the,importance of sleep,.,The,benefits of sleep,are many,and the body needs seven to eight hours of sleep per day.Lesser amounts weaken the immune system and could lead to depression,heart disease or hypertension.,Proper brain function is linked to the importance of sleep.Without proper rest,the brain works harder but less effectively to counteract the myriad effects of,sleep deprivation,.,The Different Stages of Sleep,When you sleep,you pass through different stages of sleep,known together as a sleep cycle.These stages include:,Light sleep,Deep sleep,which is believed to be the stage in which the body repairs itself,Rapid-eye movement sleep,or REM sleep,during which the mind is repaired,Consequences of Lack of Sleep,The consequences of lack of sleep involve more than just feeling tired,as adequate sleep is essential for not only the health of your mind and body,but also your psyche.,Lack of sleep can also make it difficult for you to memorize and recall information,as your mind may become groggy.,When you do not get enough sleep,your body does not have the opportunity to do things that are essential to keep you healthy.,The body recharges and heals itself while asleep,and works to fix chemical imbalances while ensuring blood sugar levels are at proper levels for the following day.Based on these facts,the importance of sleep should be evident.,Detriments of Too Much Sleep,Conversely,too much sleep may actually be detrimental,according to recent studies,which show that those who sleep more than nine hours per day dont live as long as their eight-hour-sleep counterparts.,In fact,oversleeping has been linked to a number of medical problems including diabetes and heart disease.,How to get a good Nights Sleep,Did you sleep well last night?If the answer is“No”,you are in good company.Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder in the UK,with up to a third of the population affected at some stage of the lives.,Visit the doctor,If the insomnia is persistent,visit your doctor.sleeping pills are not the only treatment,although they may be offered as a short-term solution.If you are suffering from the emotional distress,you may be advised to see a counselor.,Self-help,First,check your bedroom is not too hot or cold,noisy or stuffy.Keep it dark and quiet.,Second,check you lifestyle:,Dont eat rich,heavy meals after 7pm.Avoid tea,coffee,cola and chocolate,four hours before bed.Cutting down on your liquid intake before bedtime helps avoid night-time toilet visits.,Alcohol can also be stimulating,so if you are having a night-cap,drink it two hours before bed.,Develop a relaxing bedtime routine.Read or listen music,then take a warm bath,adding 46 drops of lavender oil.Research has shown this scent may be as effective as sleeping pills.,If you really can not sleep,try some bread,rice,or milk.,Go for a daily walk.Natural light helps to regulate your biological clock,so exercise outdoors if you can.,Forget the worries of the day.Write down any worries,thoughts or questions before bed.Next,come up with solutions.With these written,down,youll,have less to think about and sleep should be easier.,