Here’s A List Of 11 Popular Beliefs About Insomnia.

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Insomnia is a quite common condition, but how much do we really know about it? Below is the list of eleven statements, some of which are true and some of which are false. Find out about popular misconceptions about sleeplessness!

1. Alcohol can help you sleep better
False. Alcohol can make you feel sleepy and doze off, but you will not sleep well because of its effect on your body. You definitely will not feel fully rested In the morning.

2. Insomnia is a purely mental condition
False. Mental issues do cause insomnia, especially if you feel stressed and/or anxious, but psychological problems aren’t the only cause of sleeplessness. Other factors include lack of proper sleep hygiene, illness, medication side effects, chronic pain, restless legs syndrome, and sleep apnea.

3. Exercise helps you sleep better
True. If you exercise regularly, it leads to better sleep. But if you have an intense workout before going to bed, you will have hard time trying to fall asleep. It’s better to exercise at least 2–3 hours before bedtime.

4. Screen time helps you relax



False. Electronic devices emit blue light, which certainly doesn’t help you fall asleep. It keeps your melatonin levels (hormone that makes you sleepy) down. Try listening to relaxing music or reading a print book.

5. Sleep aids are completely safe
False. Sleeping pills may be OK for short-term use, but some of them are addictive. You should never take sleeping pills without talking to your doctor first.

6. You can always catch up on lost sleep
False. Sleeping late whenever you get the opportunity can disrupt your circadian clock. The best way to go about this is to stick to your normal sleeping hours — you will feel better after getting back to your usual schedule.

7. Naps can offset insomnia
False. Everything depends on the duration of a nap and when you take it. Short 10–20 minute naps taken early in the afternoon can give you some energy to get through the day, but longer naps in the evening will only make things worse.

8. You can trick your body into needing less sleep
False. Adults need eight hours of sleep on average. Getting less than six hours over a long period of time will lead to serious health problems. If you’re trying to cut down on sleep to get more work done, you aren’t doing yourself any favors. Cognitive performance, concentration, and memory suffer greatly from chronic sleep deprivation.

9. If you can’t sleep, get out of bed
True. If you have trouble falling asleep, it’s OK to get up and read or listen to relaxing music or do some other relaxing activity and then go back to bed.

10. You can train yourself to sleep
True. You can make some activity a habit that will act as a signal to your brain that it’s time to sleep. Reading, meditating, taking a warm bath are good options. Make such an activity a part of your routine before going to bed.

11. Sleep problems will resolve themselves
False. Until you learn what is the reason of you insomnia and deal with the problem, sleep issues won’t go away. If your sleep deprivation became chronic and you never feel rested after waking up, it’s time consult your doctor – you might have a sleep disorder.