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Definition of Sleep Hygiene

By Brandon Peters, M.D., About.com

Updated: February 12, 2009

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Definition: Sleep hygiene refers to the habits, environmental factors, and practices that may influence the length and quality of one's sleep. These include bedtime, nighttime rituals, and disruptions to one's sleep. These are typically represented by simple guidelines meant to effectively promote a good night's rest.
Examples: Before I became really strict about my sleep hygiene, I had terrible insomnia.
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