Sleep advice for those who have Afesive Sezonal Disorder (SAD)

Nearly two million people in the United Kingdom alone suffer from SAD, also known as “winter depression” because it is heavier during the winter months.

Experts in Happy Bears joined Kathryn Pinkham, National Health Service consultant who gave her principal advice on how to improve sleep when you are suffering from SAD:

Say no snooze

Many people who live with SAD may feel the need to sleep throughout the day, yet Kathryn says that this is likely to make sleep more difficult for you throughout the night.

Manage Anxiety

Depression and anxiety often go hand in hand, and anxiety is exhausting, broadcasts Clancosova. tv

So if you feel tired, it's important to note that it's not just a lack of sleep that tires us and affects our performance during the day, but also our negative thoughts about sleep deprivation and stress in general”, Katryn explains.

Get out and exercise

Not only is training abroad an excellent way to get fresh air, but it's also excellent for your mental and physical health, and that's wonderful for your sleep.

Don't go to bed too early

As it gets dark earlier, it may also be tempting to go to bed earlier, but Kathryn says that it is not a wonderful idea.

A sudden change in sleeptime can actually do more harm than good”, she says.

Instead, if you find yourself wanting to go to bed early in the winter months, try to move gradually toward the earliest new bedtime. That way there are far more opportunities for good sleep.