Como é que o stress e a ansiedade afetam a qualidade do sono?

How do stress and anxiety affect sleep quality?

Have you ever felt that your mind will not switch off when it is time to sleep? Stress and anxiety are major saboteurs of our rest. They prevent us from relaxing, turning bedtime into a challenge.

When we are worried, the body goes into a state of alert. This happens because hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline are released, keeping us active. This state of alert is enough to prevent us from falling asleep easily, to interrupt sleep in the middle of the night, or to make our rest less deep than it should be.

The good news is that you can regain control. Start by recognising that stress is affecting your nights. Next, adopt some simple changes: create a bedtime ritual, avoiding screens and calming the mind; invest in the environment, making your bedroom a truly comfortable and peaceful space; or try pause techniques such as slow breathing or meditation to signal to the body that the day's activity has ended.

Remember that rest is a fundamental part of our well-being, not a luxury. Sleeping well does not solve the day's problems, but it gives us the energy and clarity needed to face them the next day.

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