Sleep Well Live Well: Strategies and Solutions for Getting the Sleep You Need for Optimal Health and Happiness

In our frenetic “always on the go” world, quality sleep is more important and elusive than ever. If you struggle with getting the quality sleep you need, help is here. Sleep Well Live Well offers practical, easy-to-apply solutions for solving your sleep problems. You'll find information on: The vital role sleep plays in our health, our ability to learn, our job performance, and our emotional well-beingThe amazing processes that occur during sleep and the ways in which light, temperature, food, exercise, and other activities can help or hurtSimple changes in habits, diet, and environment that can prevent sleep problemsCommon sleep disorders—from insomnia and restless legs syndrome to sleep apnea and circadian sleep disorders—as well as insomnia caused by other conditionsChildren's special sleep needs and common childhood sleep problemsHow over-the-counter and prescription sleep medications are often used incorrectly, when they may be appropriate, and how to use them safelyComplementary health approaches for sleep, including melatonin and other supplements, herbal remedies, mindfulness and meditation, acupuncture, massage, and yoga192 pages