Naps are not a substitute for quality sleep at night.
Fact. While a quick nap can provide a boost of energy during the day, it is not a substitute for quality sleep at night.
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How much you sleep can impact your weight.
Fact. Getting too little sleep may impact weight.
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You should get out of bed if you are having trouble falling asleep.
Fact: Experts recommend getting out of bed if you have spent 20 minutes trying to fall asleep.
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How long you sleep is all that matters.
Myth. Sleep quality is another critical factor in sufficient rest.
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Sleeping in a room as dark as possible is better.
Fact. Even when you are in bed with your eyes closed, low light can increase the risk of awakenings and may have negative effects.
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You eat spiders in your sleep.
Myth. There is no evidence that spiders willingly crawl into peopleâs mouths in the night, and it is unlikely that a person would swallow one in their sleep.
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Daytime sleepiness always means a person is not getting enough sleep.
Myth. Excessive daytime sleepiness can occur even after a person gets enough sleep.
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Sleeping too much is as bad as sleeping too little.
Fact. Hypersomnia, or sleeping too much, can be just as bad for you as insomnia, or not sleeping enough.
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Turning up the radio, opening the window, or turning on the air conditioner are effective ways to stay awake when driving.
Myth. These âaidsâ are ineffective and can be dangerous to the person who is driving while feeling drowsy or sleepy.
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Nothing can be done to reduce snoring.
Myth. Various methods can address snoring depending on its cause.
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A warm bedroom temperature is best for sleeping.
Myth. Most people sleep best in a bedroom around 18 Degrees Celsius.
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Teens need more hours of sleep than adults.
Fact. Teens need at least 8.5 to 9.25 hours of sleep each night, compared to an average of 7 to 9 hours each night for most adults.
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The brain shuts down and is inactive during sleep.
Myth. In fact, the brain is very busy during sleep. Among other things, it sorts and processes information on what was going on that day.