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Anxiety and stress can disrupt sleep from "summary" of The Sleep Solution by W. Chris Winter,M.D.
Anxiety and stress are common culprits that can wreak havoc on our ability to fall asleep. When our minds are consumed with worries and fears, it can be difficult to quiet the noise and drift off into a peaceful slumber. The racing thoughts and intense emotions that often accompany anxiety and stress make it hard for our bodies to relax and let go of the tension. These feelings of unease can manifest physically as well, causing our muscles to clench and our breathing to become shallow and rapid. This physical response to stress can further exacerbate our inability to unwind and fall asleep. The more we struggle to calm ourselves down, the more elusive sleep b...
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