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Presented by Em Alves; Violence Prevention Education Coordinator, Phoenix Center at Auraria
As Daylight Savings Time approaches, I’m feeling a sense of dread. Studies show that the “springing forward” wreaks havoc on the schedule of the average person. In recent months as the pandemic has raged on, sleep has become a passion of mine. Throughout my day I make careful decisions to preserve both my sleep schedule and quality. We know the pandemic is a time of stress and trauma, but the tips below will help you take control of your rest!
Sleep can be elusive, but there are things we can all do to maximize our rest and prioritize our well-being. So often self-care is framed as doing something active or numbing to cope when all we might need is good rest. Rest is powerful, and we all deserve a world that prioritizes it.
Short video discussing the importance of sleep for a healthy brain. (Streaming Video)
Guidebook that can change your sleep and can help you get on track to sleeping well and living better. (eBook)
Provides an accessible yet comprehensive overview of the relationship between sleep and health at the individual, community and population levels. (eBook)
This program with sleep expert Mary Sheed Kurcinka examines the characteristics of sleep deprivation and discusses the importance of sleep to well-being. (Streaming Video)
Previous research has indicated that sleep problems tend to co-occur with increased mental health issues in university students, but relatively little is known about relations between sleep quality and mental health in university students with generally healthy sleep habits. (Journal Article)