Some people say that reading a book makes them drowsy, thus leading to better sleep. Others say that the brain is very much active when a person is reading, therefore it isn't the best thing to do before sleep, because it makes your mind alert. Which one is it? Also, what things could be done before bedtime to improve sleep, be able to fall asleep faster and have a deeper, restorative sleep?
2007-01-10 14:55:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Reading a book is OK, but it all depends on the story. Horror, war, Violence etc might cause a restless sleep.
In order to fall into a restful sleep, you have to eat earlier, a meal which does not take long to digest.
Make sure that your body is relaxed, a nice warm bath, talk with a friend on the phone, watch something pleasant on TV. Say your prayers and turn off the lights.
2007-01-10 15:09:24 · answer #1 · answered by Seeanna 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the book, and you. Something like "The Exorcist" might keep you up, or give you some bad dreams. Others, like maybe "Chicken Soup for the Soul," or "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" might relax you and help you sleep better. And if you read "See I Told You So" by Rush Limbaugh, that will put you to sleep within three pages.
2007-01-10 23:06:27 · answer #2 · answered by Yinzer Power 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to psychologist, reading books that upset turn your night into insomia just like listening to bad news over the radio.
2007-01-10 23:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by wilma m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on your interest in the book...i try reading my chemistry assignment in bed sometimes, and i'm out faster than i could ever do with tranquilizers.
science fiction, however, keeps me awake.
2007-01-10 23:05:27 · answer #4 · answered by itsjeremy6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its the only way I can go to sleep
2007-01-10 23:02:50 · answer #5 · answered by da_hammerhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋