Midnights and Mental Health – Handling Insomnia
In America, many individuals have a hard time knowing when to call it a day with work. Some jobs demand grueling hours or dedicated time that creeps into one’s sleep schedule. Others may struggle with their work-life balance, thanks to smart devices — which some say have created a culture that doesn’t always honor boundaries. Additionally, many folks are continuing to work from home or are adapting to hybrid work schedules. These trends have contributed towards blurring the once clear line between work and life, leading some to sacrifice personal needs such as adequate sleep to complete more work tasks. Although it seems like a no-brainer to get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night to be your best self, that is not always something that is easily obtainable, especially in our current culture. What some might not know, however, is that a good night’s rest (or lack thereof) can impact one’s mental health. And with increasing rates of mental health issues across the cou...