See a doctor if you feel that illness or medication is causing poor sleep. Treating any underlying condition that is causing the problem, if possible, can help to promote sleep. In particular, depression and anxiety are common causes of poor sleep and can often be treated.
Sleep Council Tel: 01756 791089 Web: www.sleepcouncil.org.uk A non-profit making organisation that aims to raise awareness of the importance of a good night's sleep to health and wellbeing. It provides helpful advice and tips on how to improve sleep quality and on how to choose the right bed for optimum sleeping comfort. It is funded by the National Bed Federation, the trade association for British bed manufacturers, but works independently and does not recommend or endorse specific companies or products. It produces a number of free leaflets.
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