Quality sleep and adequate rest are essential for maintaining physical health, emotional wellbeing and cognitive performance. This edition explores the important connection between sleep, recovery and brain health, highlighting practical ways to support healthy ageing, improve sleep habits and manage the unique challenges of shift and night work. We also explore neurodiversity and the different ways people learn, think and process information, helping to foster greater understanding and inclusion.
Improve your sleep for better self-care
Sleep is crucial for self-care, but many people feel tired even after sleeping for long hours. If you're having trouble getting enough rest, try these tips to improve your sleep quality.
Neurodiversity: Understanding differences in learning and thinking
The term neurodivergent describes individuals whose brains learn, function, or process information in ways that differ from the majority. People whose brains function in line with societal expectations are described as neurotypical
Ageing and the brain: 8 ways you can prep your brain for the long haul
Given the rise in incidences of dementia and the emotional and financial toll it takes on families and carers, it’s no wonder brain health and memory loss are top health concerns today. And while there is no cure for dementia, there are things you can do to support the health of your brain.
Handling the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of your shift or night work schedule
The irregular lifestyle of night shift workers and people who work rotating schedules can upset the body’s internal clock, contribute to sleep deprivation, and put them on a different schedule than most friends and family, making it hard to connect. But if you work non-standard hours, you can achieve a healthy lifestyle by pinpointing challenges and planning for them.
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