Welcome to a world of sleep resources. Sleep is essential for life and development. In our modern 24-7 society sleep can be limited or disrupted which has serious consequences at all ages and stages.
We are adding new resources to this page frequently, so please check back, or contact us if there's something that you need.
Improving your sleep
Please read our general guide to good sleep during COVID.
Useful links
Often, teens may find it difficult to fall asleep. The Children's Sleep Charity has tips on how to improve your quality of sleep.
The MindMate website contains useful information on the importance of sleep and how to get a better night's sleep.
For information on how much sleep your child should be getting, or how to improve the quality of sleep for someone aged 0-18, visit the Sleep Health website.
You can work out how many hours of sleep you need by using the Sleep Calculator.
Teen Sleep
Please read our information on how the COVID-19 pandemic may affect teenagers' sleep.
Teen Sleep Hub - Top Tips - Delayed Sleep Phase
Teen Sleep Hub - Top Tips - Time
Teen Sleep Hub - Top Tips - Screen time, social media and peer pressure
Teen Sleep Hub - Top Tips - Lack of Routine
Sleeping with Science
What is sleep?
How caffeine and alcohol affects sleep
Sleep and improving your memory
Sleep and dementia
How sleep effects our emotions
Sleep and improving your immunity
How much sleep do I need?
Six tips for better sleep
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