Science magazine's Career Development section has an article about sleep deficit and the science of a good night's sleep. The sidebar is a list of the following tips from Dr. Robert Fayle, medical director of Park Plaza Hospital and Medical Center's Sleep Center. They're kind of obvious, but also easily forgotten.
* Sleep only as much as you need to feel refreshed the next day.
* Get up at the same time, 7 days a week.
* Exercise regularly.
* Make sure your bedroom is comfortable and free of disturbing light and noise.
* Make sure that your bedroom is at a comfortable temperature during the night.
* Eat regular meals and do not go to bed hungry.
* Avoid excessive fluids in the evening. Cut down on caffeine products.
* Avoid alcohol, especially in the evening.
* Smoking may disturb sleep.
* Don't take your problems to bed.
* Train yourself to use the bedroom only for sleeping and sexual activity.
* Do not TRY to fall asleep.
* Put the clock under the bed or turn it so that you cannot see it.
* Avoid taking naps.
Link (via Mind Hacks)
