It’s beneficial to maintain as regular a sleep schedule as possible and adopt practices of good sleep hygiene. Simple measures like reducing screen time before bed and getting sunlight and exercise during the day can gently encourage the body to take full advantage of time designated for sleep.
Despite its sedative properties, alcohol can disrupt the sleep cycle. Quality of sleep may benefit from limiting or eliminating the consumption of alcoholic beverages, especially in the hours directly before bedtime.
In the same vein, reliance on certain sleep medications may help in achieving sleep but reduce sleep quality. This applies especially to over-the-counter sleeping aids taken without the advice of a doctor.
Most importantly, if quality of sleep is a persistent issue, seek the help of a professional.
Dr. Lawrence is experienced in treating sleep apnea. He can refer you to a sleep specialist to diagnose your condition through a sleep study, either at a center or with our convenient home sleep test. With a clear diagnosis of sleep apnea, Dr. Lawrence can help you find the right treatment solution so you can get the full sleep you need for your mental and overall health.