Self-help: Sleep

Sleep

Sleep can be difficult when you're depressed. Many sufferers describe problems with insomnia, in particular waking up several hours earlier than they would normally, and feeling wide awake. Others have problems getting to sleep in the first place. There are practical measures you can take to help alleviate these problems. If you usually sleep with a partner, don't. You're very likely to be awoken by the slightest movement or noise from them, so make up a temporary bed in another room, where it's quiet and dark, and sleep alone for a while. Also, before going to bed each night, drink a cup of warm milk, as this contains natural soporifics that will help you sleep. Avoid caffeine in the afternoon and evening, and try to go to bed at the same time each night. Exercising during the day - but not in the evening - will also help you get to sleep.

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