About.com Health: Sleep More Soundly Tonight

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Health From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About.com Health Editor Many Americans are going to lose an hour of sleep in the middle of the night next weekend due to Daylight Saving Time (DST), and there will be consequences to losing that hour. Many people get fewer than the optimal amount of sleep each night even without losing that hour, so focusing on sleep is important for everyone. This week is National Sleep Awareness Week, which is the perfect time to re-examine your sleep habits and perhaps make a few changes that could have a significant impact on your health, your state of mind, and virtually all areas of your life. This week, we encourage you to take at least one step toward improving the amount or quality of sleep you get. This newsletter explains why this is important and how to do it. Have a happy, healthy week! --Elizabeth Scott The Importance Of A Good Night's Sleep Getting too little sleep can affect your life in many ways, both obvious and subtle. You may feel sleepy mid-day, you may be less mentally sharp than you need to be, you may be more prone to stress, and you may experience other health consequences that can affect you now and in the future. Health Benefits of a Good Night's Sleep Sleep Myths and Facts What Are the Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation? Search Related Topics:  insomnia  sleep hygiene  better sleep Common Sleep Saboteurs--And Simple Ways Around Them Sleep can be affected by many different things, including busy schedules, conflict, and stress. Here are some of the top threats to a good night's sleep, and what you can do about them. The 10 Worst Ways to Ruin Your Sleep When the Odd Couple Sleeps: Five Steps to Fix Nighttime Relationship Conflicts 30 Days to Better Sleep Search Related Topics:  circadian rhythms  better sleep  sleep hygiene Top Tips For Better Sleep Now that we know how important it is, here are the top recommended guidelines for better quality sleep. Pilates Exercises for Better Sleep 10 Tips for Better Sleep Shortcuts to Better Sleep Tips for Better Sleep With ADD Search Related Topics:  insomnia  sleep hygiene  better sleep Beat DST Sleep Deprivation--Start Early! If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time, you don't have to be tired next week! Here are some strategies that help you to prepare by planning ahead, and adjusting easily. Negative Effects of Daylight Saving Time Kids' Sleep and Daylight Saving Time Be Prepared For Daylight Saving Time Related Searches Get Better Sleep Health Benifits Help Sleep Health First Natural Sleep Aids Featured Articles What's The Best Workout For YOUR Personality Type? Are You Drinking Too Much Alcohol? Heart to Heart The C-Word Warm Up To This Advice This Year's Biggest Health Headlines   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   More Healthy Lifestyle Resources Benefits of Rest and Recovery After Exercise Yoga for Insomnia Better Sleep With IBS   Follow us on: Advertisement