Managing the effects of poor sleep - CRASAC - Coventry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre

When we fall asleep, we go through cycles of deep and shallow sleep.

At shallow sleep, known as REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep we dream, this gives our brain the chance to process events, put them into their place and reset.

Often when we have experienced trauma, we may become fearful of falling asleep, of having nightmares and so our sleep can become disrupted.

Benefits of better sleep

Sleep is essential to health. We spend about a third of our lives asleep, performing a nightly personal MOT making sure our brains and bodies function at their best. Good sleep …

Helps to keep your heart healthy
Boosts the immune system
Reduces the focus on negative thoughts
Helps with creativity
Supports better memory and recall of information
Reduces stress
Reduces inflammation
Helps body make repairs
May help with weight loss
Helps with concentration
Increases memory and recall
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