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I keep using alcohol to help me sleep. Does anyone else do this?

[Martin Reed]

It’s not usually helpful to use alcohol as a sleep aid since that can lead to alcohol dependence, which comes with its own set of problems.

Furthermore, although alcohol can help us fall asleep it can disrupt sleep later in the night. That’s because, as the body breaks down alcohol, it has a stimulant effect — so, although a few nightcaps might help you fall asleep faster, they can lead to nighttime awakenings, more time spent awake later in the night, and reduced sleep quality.

There’s no need to abandon alcohol consumption if this is something you enjoy — but it’s usually not a good idea to consume alcohol in a bid to generate sleep. Limiting alcohol to one or two servings a couple of hours before bed will help limit any potential impact on sleep.

I hope this helps.

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