How to fall asleep faster

Fraser shares his tips for falling asleep

What Fraser found helpful

Do

  • put your phone away before bedtime
  • try white noise to help you sleep

Don’t

  • do not watch TV just before bedtime

Find support for sleep problems

Read the sleep problems and insomnia self-help guide.

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Contact your GP practice if:

  • you want to speak to someone about your mental health

If you need urgent help, phone 111 and choose the mental health option to speak to the mental health hub.

In an emergency phone 999. 

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