Here are five common habits that could be fueling your nighttime anxiety and what you could do instead.
What you might Do Instead:
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Engaging with work in the evening can shift the brain into problem-solving mode.
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As a result, cortisol naturally increases and prevents the body from relaxing.
Stop doing active stuff well before bed.
ADHD medications can increase dopamine and norepinephrineneurotransmitters that promote alertness and focusand disrupt sleep.
Even when its worn off, you may still have a hard time falling asleep.
Caffeine actually blocks a sleep-inducing chemical calledadenosineand it takes a while to exit your body.
Caffeine has a six-hour half-life.
This is the equivalent of drinking a 5-ounce cup of coffee at midnight, Dimitriu said.
Because the body prioritizes digestion, itll have a much harder time preparing for sleep.
However, eating too early may also affect your sleep.
This schedule triggered the bodys sleep response too early.
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