What is poor sleep quality?
Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is inefficient or inadequate to support optimal health and daytime alertness. It involves difficulty falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep, waking up too early, frequent awakenings in the night, or waking up feeling unrefreshed.
Some common signs of poor sleep quality include:
- Fatigue and sleepiness during the day
- Difficulty concentrating or memory problems
- Irritability or mood changes
- Increased illness or health problems
There are many potential causes of poor sleep quality, including:
- Stress, anxiety, or depression
- Noisy or uncomfortable sleep environment
- Inconsistent sleep routine
- Using electronic devices before bedtime
- Certain medications or health conditions
Here are some tips to improve sleep quality:
- Stick to a regular sleep-wake schedule - go to bed and wake up at the same time daily
- Establish a calming bedtime routine to wind down each night
- Limit light exposure, noise, and screen time before bed
- Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol close to bedtime
- Make sure your bedroom is cool, dark and quiet
- Exercise regularly during the day, but not right before bed
- Manage stress through relaxation techniques and mindfulness
If you continue having unrefreshing or disrupted sleep despite good sleep habits, speak to your doctor at Thrive Hormone Therapy. They can check for any underlying health issues and provide diagnosis and treatment if needed.
Getting enough high quality sleep is crucial for health, mood, productivity and quality of life. Paying attention to sleep hygiene and habits can go a long way toward improving sleep quality. But medication or further treatment may be necessary depending on the cause.