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SOUTHERN REGION<br />

WHY AM I ALWAYS TIRED<br />

Everyone has days when they can‟t seem to get motivated, but many arrive at work tired and<br />

stay tired for more than a few days a month- Why is this<br />

The most common cause of daytime tiredness is just what you would expect- not enough sleep<br />

at night. Experts believe that we are a nation of people who don‟t know how to sleep. If you<br />

frequently find yourself irritable, not being able to cope with simple tasks, on the verge of<br />

nodding off at work or you do actually nod off, you probably need more sleep.<br />

Most people need to sleep seven to eight hours each night, needs vary, and you may be one<br />

who need more like nine or more hours per night. If you know you need more sleep but suffer<br />

from insomnia- often caused by our busy working life and not being able to switch off at the<br />

end of the day because you know you have so much to do the next day, try some of these<br />

insomnia fighting tips:<br />

Tips for Sleeping<br />

Go to bed at the same time each night, and get up at the same time each morning,<br />

whether you slept well or not.<br />

Avoid alcohol, caffeine and stimulants, especially after 4.00pm. Try a hot milk or herb<br />

tea at bedtime instead.<br />

Get plenty of exercise to relax you physically, but don‟t exercise within an hour of<br />

bedtime.<br />

Instead of reading or watching TV in bed, get up and do something until you feel<br />

sleepy.<br />

Avoid daytime naps.<br />

Except for short term problems, avoid sleeping medication as they can be habit<br />

forming.<br />

If stress is keeping you awake, research and try stress reduction programs. You may<br />

be able to approach our Employee Assistance Provider for more information on the<br />

services available in our area.<br />

In most cases, fatigue can be cured by getting plenty of sleep, regular exercise, and<br />

nutritious food, by taking care of yourself emotionally: dealing with stress, depression or<br />

unresolved problems. If you have done all of these things and are still finding that you are<br />

continually tired, see you doctor for a thorough check up.<br />

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