insomnia

Caffeine concern over teens and energy drinks

One in three teenagers may be consuming the equivalent of 10 instant coffees a day in energy drinks that can cause insomnia, anxiety and heart problems, a leading sleep expert says. A survey of 110 patients conducted by Chris Seaton, a paediatric sleep specialist from the Westmead Children's Hospital, found 35 per cent of teenagers [...]

10 Reasons Why You Can’t Sleep and How to Fix Them

            1. Your room isn’t dark enough. 2. Exercising too late. 3. Drinking alcohol too late. 4. Room temperature too warm. 5. Caffeine still in your system. 6. Clockwatching. 7. Getting up to watch TV until you’re sleepy. 8. Trying to problem-solve in the middle of the night. 9. Eating [...]

What can I do to help someone who is depressed?

People who are depressed are not always easy to help because often they are disinterested, lack energy and motivation, can be irritable, and may not see the point of doing anything. Some people are not used to talking much – especially about themselves, so getting a conversation started can be difficult. Useful tips for helping [...]

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