Can't Sleep? What NOT To Do

You’ve probably heard me sleep expert, Dr. Michael Breus, say that if you can’t sleep, you should stay in bed. You’ve ALSO heard him say you should get out of bed. So which is better? The answer is, it depends! If you're having trouble sleeping at night, staying in bed can offer some rejuvenation, but there may be times where getting out of bed is a better solution. Confused?!

In this video, join Dr. Breus as he explains how you can benefit from non-sleep deep rest while in bed, some specific breathing techniques you can try, and when you might want to see a doctor.

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0:00 Why You Wake Up At Night
1:10 Why You Should Stay in Bed
1:56 What Not To Do In Bed
2:50 Why You SHOULD Get Out of Bed
3:39 When You Should Speak to a Physician

😴 Michael Breus, Ph.D., is a double board-certified clinical psychologist and sleep expert. He's been in practice since 1999 and helped thousands of patients improve their sleep. Dr. Breus has written five books on sleep and conducted over 1,000 interviews to the press and public.

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[TheSleepDoctor]

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[brittanykubiak]

I literally am awake right now trying to get back on school schedule but I'm having trouble sleeping. I've been up for an hour now. Thanks for the tips Sleep Doctor!

[mystage]

I can lay in my bed for 5 hours and not fall asleep what can I do. Roommates sleeps in living room I can’t go nowhere.

[scottengh]

We bought a mattress that was too firm. Put me into the worst month of sleep issues. Actually afraid when the sun set. Thanks for the tips. Mattress company let us trade in and softer side sleep surface. Breathing exercises and non-sleep resting has really helped. Sometimes I end up doing it in an easy chair, sitting up, for up to 1.5 hours. Helps to not drink more than 5 oz after 5 pm.

[GinaK]

Thanks for another helpful video Dr. B! For those of us who tend to be more on the anxious side, your friendly and reassuring approach as a doctor is much appreciated!

[Musicfan]

I tried box breathing, but found that it actually made me feel more awake as the focus of the count I think stimulated my brain which made me feel more alert. Have you heard of this happening? I have also tried reading, but find that I can read for almost two hours and still not fall asleep in those situations. I have also tried listening to music, but then I start to get tired of the music as I just want to sleep. My eyes feel tired, but I just can't fall asleep and then I start to get quite frustrated and upset about it. These occurrences don't happen often, but when they do, I would like to have a solution to help.

[Zen-gwgt]

Watching this at 2am in the morning. Can't sleep, my mind is actively thinking of something

[rengsn]

Breathing exercises, calm music, nature sounds, white noise all make me more anxious. My mind seems to need some kind of distraction in order to relax in an indirect way. Any suggestions?

[Erika.Davidson]

In literally about to not go to sleep bc I got school and need to have a steady schedule. I slept for an hour but woke up and CANNOT fall asleep

[chrisquedenbaum]

What usually get woken up from cornic pain

[mystage]

I am stuck in a bedroom that is small like a prison. Cell roommate is in the living room. No I cannot move anywhere. What’s your answer now?

[eco-aslfitness-asl]

No sleep doctors ever mention orgasm/masturbation as a possible technique to fall back to sleep? I have found it helpful as a sleep aid, either when getting to bed or trying to get back to sleep.

[MyEnemy]

I've been lying here for 7 hours, it's 5:30 in the morning and I have to be up in an hour-and-a-half. It's hell.

[Mamálka]

Hello, i cant sleep and im a children and i dont speak english good…can you for the video /i dont no What is this name IT worlds maybe) in the video please thx

[Mike-vurn]

A mildly unpleasant-sounding hack I’ve started incorporating is to urinate in a jug next to the bed instead of walking to the bathroom. It’s drastically improved my ability to fall back asleep. I just recommend emptying promptly in the morning and do both yourself and partner a favor 😊

[yessicamendoza]

I CRYIGN THERE IS NO WHY I CAN SLEEP PLEASE HELP I STAYED UP FOR LIKE 1 hours

[tonycool]

have a spoon of peanut butter and thank me latter

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