Question 1

what are the different sleep stages?

Accepted Answer

Sleep stages: The sleep stages are 1, 2, 3 and rem or more commonly called dream sleep.   Sleep becomes deeper as you progress from 1 to 3.  You can dream in any stage.   As sleep gets deeper arousal from sleeping is more difficult. The distribution of stages changes over ones lifetime.

Question 2

how do i get my sleep cycle correct?

Accepted Answer

Use good sleep: Hygiene.  Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm bath or lavender scent.

Question 3

why is light so important for our sleep cycle?

Accepted Answer

Circadian rhythm: our circadian rhythm works on Light and darkness, as well as , all hormones in our body also release on light and dark cycles, so our body can function better.

Question 4

fixing sleep cycle in 2-3 days, is this possible?

Accepted Answer

Sleep Cycle: Sleep cycle is determined by your circadian rhythm and homoestatic drive and genetic factors, unless its stress related and you need some as needed meds this can help you sleep faster.

Question 5

can you please explain how i can control my sleep cycle?

Accepted Answer

Tips to regulate it.: Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm bath or lavender scent.

Question 6

does the sleep cycle iphone app (or anything similar) work well?

Accepted Answer

Sleep cycle App: My experience and the review ratings given by numerous users on iphone app of sleep cycle alarm clock have been excellent.  It is very inexpensive. Try it yourself.

Question 7

i was wondering what would the sleep cycle be of a person that went to sleep at 1 am and woke up at 9 am?

Accepted Answer

Sleep cycle: If it's consistently these times then the cycle will be essentially normal with small variations., ie similar to someone who sleeps from 9pm to 5am. You will still get 4-5 rem periods.

Question 8

can eegs show the different sleep stages?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Yes, the stages of sleep are identified through eeg.  Stages w (wakefulness), n1, n2, n3, and r (rem). You sleep study will be able to measure the time and % you spend in each of these states.  Sleep patterns and architecture change for individuals throughout life. They are dynamic and distinct.

Question 9

how is my mood throughout the day affected by when i wake up in my sleep cycle?

Accepted Answer

Mood: Mood changes may result from disruptions to sleep wake cycle.

Question 10

i've an irregular sleep cycle due to my night shift work. how can i take care of my health?

Accepted Answer

The real answer?: Do you want to take care of your sleep issues due to night shift work in the most MEDICALLY SOUND &amp; optimal way possible?  If you're answer is YES then, the solution is simple.  Get a job that has hours or shifts designed so that you can get proper sleep and restorative time for yourself. If that's not possible then, unfortunately, in my opinion, other solutions are always going to be suboptimal.

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