Sleep Pack for Adults

The information provided on these pages is intended for patients already under the care of the Healthy Family Team.

 

Signs of Sleep Deprivation (The Sleep Charity)

Sleep deprivation, also known as insufficient sleep or sleeplessness, is the condition of not having enough sleep. It can be either chronic or acute and may vary widely in severity.

 

Sleep guide for adults (The Sleep Charity)

This website gives advice and support to help you understand how and why we sleep. You have no control over what happens when you sleep but you can control what you do throughout the day to prepare for a better night's sleep.

 

How to Sleep Well - A Guide to Good Sleep (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)

The amount of sleep people need varies widely and often changes with age. Most people experience problems in sleeping at some stage However, Improving your 'sleep hygiene' can often really help you to get a better night's sleep. 

 

Mental Health (The Sleep Charity)

There's a close relationship between sleep and mental health. Lack of sleep can affect mental health, but mental health can also affect how well you sleep - so it's important to address both issues.

 

Sleep Disorders (The Sleep Charity)

Whether it's insomnia, narcolepsy or restless leg syndrome, sleep disorders can impact on our everyday lives. Find out all you need to know about sleep disorders here.

 

Still not sleeping? (The Sleep Charity)

While it's perfectly normal to have a couple of restless nights a month, if you're still having trouble sleeping or experiencing other symptoms, it may be time to consult your GP or find further help.

 

FAQs (The Sleep Charity)

Are you struggling to sleep? Does you keep your partner awake at night? Perhaps you sleep too much? Why not have a browse through some of our FAQ's

 

Shift work (The Sleep Charity)

Shift work is harmful to sleep. Our body's internal clock is designed for us to be active in the day and asleep at night and the damaging effects on health are well known.