In our quest to manage stress, there are several approaches that can help us. One of the basic ones that is sometimes overlooked is making sure we get enough quality sleep. This blog explores the importance of sleep for stress reduction. We also share practical tips for improving sleep quality. In addition, we also introduce you to Meditech Europe, which is pleased to offer advice, support and possible solutions in the field of sleep and stress.
What exactly is sleep?
Sleep is a natural, periodic state of physiological rest in which awareness of the environment is largely diminished, muscles are relaxed and there is a change in brain activity and consciousness. During sleep, we undergo several sleep stages during which essential processes occur that contribute to physical recovery, memory consolidation, emotional processing and general well-being.
Sleep is further characterized by subjective characteristics (good, bad, deep, shallow) and the amount of hours