Question

gene occasionally has difficulty falling asleep but has never been diagnosed with a sleep disorder. which strategy can he use to help him fall asleep faster? a) eating his largest meal within two hours of bedtime so he wont be hungry b) working on the computer later in the evening to keep his mind occupied c) drinking a lot of fluids in the evening to stay hydrated d) practicing deep breathing or meditation before bedtime

Explanation:

• Option A: Eating a large meal close to bedtime can cause indigestion and make it harder to fall asleep.
• Option B: Using a computer in the evening exposes the eyes to blue light, which suppresses melatonin (a sleep - promoting hormone) and keeps the mind active, making sleep more difficult.
• Option C: Drinking a lot of fluids in the evening can lead to frequent urination during the night, disrupting sleep.
• Option D: Deep breathing and meditation before bedtime can relax the body and mind. Deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest - and - digest system), reducing stress and anxiety. Meditation helps in clearing the mind of racing thoughts, which is a common cause of difficulty in falling asleep.

Answer:

D. practicing deep breathing or meditation before bedtime