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Is sleepwalking dangerous?
Performing normal, everyday activities while you’re asleep may seem strange, but it’s exactly what happens when people go sleepwalking. But is it dangerous? What is sleepwalking? Sleepwalking (aka somnambulism) is a disorder that originates during deep sleep. The result is that the person affected can walk or perform other complex behaviours while they…
Read MoreSleeping on a hot night : our top tips to beat the heat
We all know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep, but sleeping on a hot night can be easier said than done! Summer in Australia can get very hot, and this heat is not just limited to the day. Extreme heat, especially at night, can play havoc with your sleep making…
Read MoreWhat are the stages of sleep and why are they important?
Each night, when you sleep, you actually pass through five stages of sleep. Find out what they are, and why they’re important. Sleep is a complicated state. Once upon a time, it was believed that when people fell asleep their brains and bodies would ‘shut down’, allowing them to recover from their daily activities.…
Read MoreA bedtime routine for children to ensure good sleep
If you have a young child, you know that it can sometimes be difficult to get them off to sleep. However, instilling a bedtime routine can help your children sleep better at night. How much sleep do children need? Unfortunately, there is no clear-cut answer for this one. However, the younger the child…
Read MoreHow to relax before bed
We all know that to ensure a good night’s sleep we need to relax before bed. But what are the best ways to do this? And what things should we avoid? The need to relax The busyness and stress of everyday life can take a toll on your body, meaning you’re well and truly tired…
Read MoreHow alcohol affects your sleep
If you’ve ever thought that a little nightcap will help you sleep better, you’re not alone. However, science says that alcohol affects your sleep more than you may realise. Why alcohol makes you drowsy Alcohol produces both sedative and stimulating effects. The sedative effects make you initially drowsy, which can help you fall asleep…
Read MoreHow to avoid daytime sleepiness
We all have those days when we dream of crawling back to bed and pulling the covers over our heads. But if daytime sleepiness is more the norm than the exception, you might want to read on. Causes of daytime sleepiness Excessive daytime sleepiness will often interfere with work, study, relationships and daily activities. It…
Read MoreHow daylight savings affects your sleep
If you live in a state that observes daylight savings, you might be interested in knowing whether daylight savings affects your sleep. And if it does, what you can do about it. If you live in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania or the ACT then you’ll be used to setting your clocks…
Read MoreWhat is insomnia?
Most of us have experienced trouble sleeping from time to time. But is it insomnia? And if it is, what can you do about it? What is insomnia? Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterised by difficulty falling asleep and/or staying asleep. You may have insomnia if you have one or more of the following symptoms:…
Read MoreCan sleep be your weight loss secret?
Sleep is beneficial for many reasons, but did you know that good sleep can also be a secret to weight loss? With statistics indicating that the majority of Australians are overweight or obese, it’s clear that weight loss is something on most people’s minds. But did you know that getting enough sleep can help…
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