Drs John Coffin and David Acorn
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Sleep problems

If you can't sleep well at night it may be a symptom of other problems in your life. You may need help dealing with these and it helps to talk to a friend, or a counsellor or other health professional.

However, here are a few practical ways in which you can help yourself sleep better.

• avoid drinking coffee or tea after 6 p.m.

• don't use alcohol to help you get to sleep, as although it will help you get to sleep, it disturbs sleep later in the night

• try and take some exercise in the evening to relax you, but not during the hour or so before going to bed

• avoid watching films that are too exciting or upsetting just before going to bed

• do something relaxing before bedtime such as reading a book or listening to relaxing music

• don't go to bed without resolving any arguments

• avoid sleeping during the day time

If the problem persists then come and see us as it may be a symptom of depression or some other emotional disturbance, and there may be other forms of help that you need.

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