Sleep
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In a sentence
Trouble sleeping is common and usually improves with small, steady changes.
What it can feel like
- Lying awake with a busy mind
- Waking early and not getting back to sleep
- Feeling tired all day
Why it might be happening
Worry, shift work, caring duties and screens can all affect sleep.
Things you can try now
- 1Keep a regular wake-up time
- 2Put screens away an hour before bed
- 3Write worries down before sleep
How therapy can help
A psychologist can help you understand what is going on, make sense of it in the context of your life, and try approaches with good evidence behind them. These Abantu psychologists work with this:
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For family and friends
Listen without rushing to fix it. Ask what would help, and let them know you are there.
Supporting a family member
Related listening
- Setting aside worry time · 1 min
- Winding down for sleep · 1 min
If you need help now
Abantu isn't an emergency service. If you or someone else is in danger, call 999. For urgent mental health support, call NHS 111 and choose the mental health option, or call Samaritans free on 116 123.
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